Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for come off (as)
Verb
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In 2022, however, the financial market seemed to turn upside down.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
14 May 2025 -
But the parasite’s range seems to be expanding into the mid-Atlantic, according to a new paper published last month in the Journal of Medical Entomology.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 May 2025
Verb
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After a memorable Game 4 victory to take a 3-1 series lead, the Knicks looked poised to take care of business in five games, especially with Boston losing Jayson Tatum to an Achilles injury.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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His minutes look more than secure too, as he’s started every game since Gameweek 23.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
16 May 2025
Verb
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If you’re retired, those market swings can feel even more personal.—
Andrew Rosen,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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The film often feels like a mazy tapestry of moods and situations, rather than a traditional narrative.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
15 May 2025
Verb
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Building a life at sea Living on a ship for a prolonged period might sound boring to some, but the Grand World Voyages features an exhaustive list of experiences to keep passengers occupied.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
19 May 2025
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One time, her Owlet Sock sounded an alarm indicating that her baby, who was with their nanny, was not breathing.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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“Come off (as).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/come%20off%20%28as%29. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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