Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for came off (as)
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On the Democratic side, Porter seemed to be the leading gubernatorial candidate last summer.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Feb. 2026 -
Two and a half months ago, when Diggs faced strangulation and assault charges that seemed to threaten his immediate football future, the Patriots stood with their star receiver by releasing an atypically strong statement.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
26 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The Javits Center looked dim and pale, like an aging prototype of all the other blue-glass boxes on the West Side of Manhattan, a miscalculation that never lived up to the fantasy of a riverside prism reflecting the vibrant rhythms of New York.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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Reinforcing the defense was a key objective this offseason, especially with the retirement of Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba, but the team looked vulnerable in the counterattack.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Feb. 2026
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The space felt like a chic beachfront apartment, with a generous kitchen, airy living room with a television, spa-like bathroom with a tiled shower and a big soaking tub, and plush king bed.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026
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But there will be an absence, one that has been felt at every national team camp since last July, which unites them more than any personal ambition.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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The turnaround started as soon as the second-half whistle sounded, with TCU starting the half on an 18-3 run powered by a three-point barrage from Miles, Donovyn Hunter, Taylor Bigby and Suárez.—
Lawrence Dow,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 Feb. 2026
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James’ shot was long, bouncing off the rim and falling into the hands of Ayton, whose floater went in but after the buzzer had sounded.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Came off (as).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/came%20off%20%28as%29. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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