109 Come across
(PW) find or meet by chance
If you come across any pictures of my friends from high school, let me know.
(MW) Main Entry: come across, intransitive verb Date: 1878
1 : to give over or furnish something demanded; especially : to pay over money
2 : to produce an impression <comes across as a good speaker>
3 : come through 2
Main Entry: come through Function: intransitive verb Date: 1914
1 : to do what is needed or expected <came through in the clutch>
2 : to become communicated
(free)
1. To meet or find by chance: came across my old college roommate in town today.
2. Slang
a. To do what is wanted.
b. To pay over money that is demanded: came across with the check.
3. To give an impression: "He comes across as a very sincere, religious individual" (William L. Clay).
(usingEnglish)
Meaning: Find by accident
Example: I CAME ACROSS my old school reports when I was clearing out my desk.
Meaning: Agree to have sex with someone
Example: I was surprised when she CAME ACROSS on the first night.
Meaning: The way other people see you
Example: He CAME ACROSS as shy because he spoke so quietly.