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come across

verb

Meaning

  • To change sides; to cross over to work for the opposition.

    "You argued well in court but your firm doesn't pay its lawyers well, so why don't you come across to ours?"

  • To give an appearance or impression; to project a certain image.

    "A business suit and briefcase help her to come across as the competent professional she is."

  • To find, usually by accident.

    "In the meadow he came across a rare flower."

  • To produce what was desired; come up with the goods.