Which sentence uses 'come across' correctly?

I came across an old photo while cleaning the attic

I came across the street to meet you

I came across an old photo while cleaning the attic

The bridge came across the river

Which sentence uses 'come across' correctly?

She comes across as very confident in interviews

He came across the finish line first

Which sentence uses 'come by' correctly?

Good jobs are hard to come by these days

The bus will come by this route

Good jobs are hard to come by these days

I come by the office every morning at 8

Which sentence uses 'come by' correctly?

Can you come by my house later for coffee?

The train came by the station too fast

She comes by the grocery store home

Which sentence uses 'come out' correctly?

The new iPhone will come out next month

I need to come out from the house now

The new iPhone will come out next month

Which sentence uses 'come out' correctly?

The truth finally came out after the investigation

The students came out to the classroom

Understanding 'Wore Out': Usage & Meaning

"When life wears you out, remember that perseverance often rebuilds what weariness tries to tear down, renewing strength and spirit."

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'wore out' means to deplete the strength, energy, or effectiveness of someone or something through excessive use or exertion.

Examples in context

The old engine finally wore out after years of continuous use.
The demanding project wore out everyone involved due to its tight deadline.
Jerry’s patience wore out after listening to the same story repeatedly.

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'wore out' means to deplete the strength, energy, or effectiveness of someone or something through excessive use or exertion.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

The object can be placed between 'wore' and 'out'.

Neutral

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Transitive

Yes

Requires a direct object, someone or something being worn out.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	wear out	The long day at work wears out all employees by evening.
Past Simple	wore out	The intense hike wore out the inexperienced trekker.
Present Continuous	wearing out	The constant noise is wearing out the patience of the residents.
Present Perfect	have worn out	They have worn out the carpet with constant pacing.

💡 When to Use

After physical exertion

Use when someone feels exhausted after intense physical activity, indicating depletion of energy.

Example: "The marathon wore out even the seasoned athletes."

Overuse of an item

Use for an object that has become unusable over time due to consistent use.

Example: "The old shoes finally wore out after years of walking."

Emotional or mental fatigue

Apply when someone is mentally exhausted due to prolonged stress or pressure.

Example: "The ongoing project deadlines wore out the team's enthusiasm."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect placement of object

❌ Wrong: The job wore quickly out the workers.

✅ Correct: The job quickly wore out the workers.

💡 Tip: Place the object immediately after 'wore out'.

Incorrect tense

❌ Wrong: He wear out from running.

✅ Correct: He wore out from running.

💡 Tip: Use past tense correctly as 'wore out'.

Incorrect use without object

❌ Wrong: The task wore out.

✅ Correct: The task wore out the team.

💡 Tip: Always include the object being worn out.

Practice

WORE OUT - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Listen and repeat the audio as many times as needed to improve your pronunciation
Use the audio as a dictation exercise, trying to write what you hear and understand
Create a new sentence following the structure of the example sentences

Examples in Context

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Listen to example

The old engine finally wore out after years of continuous use.
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Listen to example

The demanding project wore out everyone involved due to its tight deadline.
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Listen to example

Jerry’s patience wore out after listening to the same story repeatedly.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

exhausted depleted

Antonyms

revitalized

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"The long journey ___ the travelers completely."

wears in

wore out

worn up

wear over

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Wore Out

What is the origin of wore out?

The phrase 'wore out' emerges from Old English 'werian', evolving through Middle English. It metaphorically describes depleting resources or energy, reflecting physical wear over time.

Can wore out be used in formal and informal contexts?

'Wore out' is versatile, fitting formal contexts like academic or business settings, and informal conversations, due to its neutral tone and widespread recognition.

What is the difference between wore out and exhausted?

'Wore out' and 'exhausted' are similar, but 'wore out' emphasizes a reduction over time, while 'exhausted' directly indicates an immediate, intense depletion.

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History teacher who fell in love with English! This passion led me to specialize in languages and work on bilingual education projects. With 37 years in education, I believe learning should be meaningful – not just memorization.

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📖 Definition

📖 Definition

📝 Grammar Info

📊 Conjugation Table

💡 When to Use

⚠️ Common Mistakes

WORE OUT - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Wore Out

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