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UK//ˈkʌmɪŋ əˌkrɔːs ðə brɪdʒ//US//ˈkʌmɪŋ əˌkrɔs ðə brɪdʒ//

Meaning of Coming across the bridge

To find or encounter something unexpectedly while crossing a bridge.

In simple words: To meet or find something unexpectedly while moving to another place.

Coming across the bridge in a sentence

  • While coming across the bridge, I found an old abandoned boat.
  • Coming across the bridge, I spotted a family of ducks swimming below.
  • She was coming across the bridge when she saw her childhood friend.
  • I didn’t expect to come across the bridge and see the city skyline so clearly.
  • They were coming across the bridge when it started to rain.

How to use Coming across the bridge

Use this phrase when describing the unexpected encounter with something as you travel. It’s appropriate in casual conversation and writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine crossing a bridge and suddenly spotting a rainbow.

Related words

Collocations with Coming across the bridge

  • coming across unexpectedly
  • coming across a discovery
  • coming across a problem

Synonyms for Coming across the bridge

Common mistakes with Coming across the bridge

  • Confused with 'coming over' - means to arrive at a place rather than finding something.
  • Using it when referring to a planned meeting instead of an unexpected one.

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Frequently asked questions about Coming across the bridge

What does Coming across the bridge mean?

To meet or find something unexpectedly while moving to another place.

What is the definition of Coming across the bridge?

To find or encounter something unexpectedly while crossing a bridge.

How do you use Coming across the bridge in a sentence?

While coming across the bridge, I found an old abandoned boat.

Can you give another example of Coming across the bridge?

Coming across the bridge, I spotted a family of ducks swimming below.

What are synonyms for Coming across the bridge?

Common alternatives include discovering, stumbling upon, encountering.

What words go with Coming across the bridge?

It commonly pairs with coming across unexpectedly, coming across a discovery, coming across a problem.

What are common mistakes when using Coming across the bridge?

Confused with 'coming over' - means to arrive at a place rather than finding something. Using it when referring to a planned meeting instead of an unexpected one.

How do you pronounce Coming across the bridge?

US: //ˈkʌmɪŋ əˌkrɔs ðə brɪdʒ//, UK: //ˈkʌmɪŋ əˌkrɔːs ðə brɪdʒ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Coming across the bridge?

Use this phrase when describing the unexpected encounter with something as you travel. It’s appropriate in casual conversation and writing.