Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for come off (as)
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By Sunday, that loss seemed a distant memory, though, and for good reason.—
Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
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That could be the cherry on top of the sundae for the Oilers, who seem to have the Stars figured out in almost every way.—
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Hill is on a Hall of Fame trajectory, and looked first ballot-worthy until last season, when his antics, side babies, lawsuits and now a divorce finally overshadowed underwhelming play.—
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Meanwhile, Lilo & Stitch is looking at a second frame of $60M, off 59%, which is in the vicinity of previous Disney Memorial Day live-action takes of classic toons Aladdin (-53%) and Little Mermaid (57%).—
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This series feels a lot more important than a late-May series should feel.—
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The keyboard is large and comfortable, with a few points deducted for HP's insistence on cramped arrow keys, and the touchpad feels good.—
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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.—
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One time, her Owlet Sock sounded an alarm indicating that her baby, who was with their nanny, was not breathing.—
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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 31 May. 2025.
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