COME ACROSS (AS) Synonyms: 16 Similar Words

come across (as)

verb

Definition of come across (as)

as in to seem

to give the impression of being the law professor comes across as a bit of an ogre at first, but he's actually quite personable

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Mehmet tries to proffer practical solutions but each one only seems to deepen the rift.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 30 Sep. 2026
Concerns about military readiness, workforce shortages, rising health care costs, affordability, and America’s ability to compete in an increasingly challenging world seem to play on a loop without any sign of progress.

— Stanley McChrystal, STAT, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of seem

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The clues that Swift’s ghost is leaving for Johnson still aren’t really hitting until Johnson’s character starts feeling the effects of the literal poison being fed to her in her coffee and wine and realizes this man may be bad.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026
His new novel, Vigil, tells the story of an angel tasked with helping a billionaire feel a degree of remorse for his actions before crossing over.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of feel

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Removing the threshold eliminates a tripping hazard while creating the open, spa-like look many homeowners already want.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026
While sporty-chic ensembles naturally pair well with sneakers, preppy styles like polo sweaters, blazers, and pleated skirts look equally as good with this type of shoe.

— Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of look

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All are alleged to have sent investors fake account statements and communications claiming their investments were either safe and sound or growing rapidly.

— Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
That can explain why as of this month, the stock market is soaring but the bond market is sounding the alarm.

— Personal Finance, TheWeek, 30 Sep. 2026

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