| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
come across [ˈkʌm əˌkrɒs] | to find something by chance |
Other meanings
- to give a certain impression
- to be clearly expressed or understood
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "come across"
- I came across an old photo album in the attic.
Я наткнулся на старый фотоальбом на чердаке. - He comes across as very confident.
Он производит впечатление очень уверенного человека. - Her message didn't come across very clearly.
Её сообщение не было понято очень чётко.
Features of Using "come across"
Often used when something is discovered unexpectedly. The object usually follows the phrasal verb directly. Can also describe impressions in social interactions.
Similar in meaning to run across, but slightly more informal.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb come
come in
to enter a place
come back
return to a place
come up
to appear or be mentioned unexpectedly
come down
to fall to the ground
come out
to appear or become visible or known
come over
to visit someone at their place
come up with
to think of or produce (an idea, etc.)
come forward
to offer help or information
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