Meaning of "come across"

[jurate]

English Idioms and Expressions, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Send the right message", question 5

I'm sorry I can't follow that, run that past me again.

(a) explain that once more
(b) hurry up
(c) try and catch me up
(d) come across

English Idioms and Expressions, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #2 "Send the right message", answer 5

I'm sorry I can't follow that, explain that once more.

Correct answer: (a) explain that once more
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what does it mean to come across? thanks. jurate

[Mister Micawber]

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Come across =

Quick definitions (come across)

# verb: be perceived in a certain way; make a certain impression
# verb: communicate the intended meaning or impression
# verb: be received or understood
# verb: come together
# verb: find unexpectedly
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