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Uncommoncome across
The correct spelling is come across.
How to pronounce come across
verb
Say it like: Com-e a-cro-ss
The correct spelling is come across. To change sides; to cross over to work for the opposition. For example: "You argued well in court but your firm doesn't pay its lawyers well, so why don't you come across to ours?"
Usage Examples
“You argued well in court but your firm doesn't pay its lawyers well, so why don't you come across to ours?”
“A business suit and briefcase help her to come across as the competent professional she is.”
“In the meadow he came across a rare flower.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To change sides; to cross over to work for the opposition.
- 2.To give an appearance or impression; to project a certain image.
- 3.To find, usually by accident.
- 4.To produce what was desired; come up with the goods.
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