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Definition put across in British English

put across phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to explain an idea, belief etc in a way that is easy to understand

Example

Television can be a useful way of putting across health messages.

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2

to express your ideas clearly and effectively so that people can see what you are really like

Example

Emily puts herself across very well.

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Definition put across in British English