comes across

Example Sentences

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But the odds are equally good that instead of looking “tough” against a panel of women, he just comes across as pouty when he, inevitably, gets pissy about whatever issue they press him on.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2026

To backpedal for a moment: While even the most well-intentioned president can’t fix everything that comes across his desk, this one apparently spotted a problem beneath his that he could do something about.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

Rather than being icily commanding, he comes across as a petulant muppet.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Parsons comes across as a hyperintelligent, mature soul, one who happens to be doing press for a potential summer blockbuster.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Overall, Kate comes across as a more solid believer in the spirits than Maggie.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock