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 'Wrote Anything Down': Usage & Examples

"In life's journey, the stories we cherish and lessons we learn linger longer when wrote anything down becomes a habit."

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'wrote anything down' refers to the act of recording information on paper or a digital medium to preserve details for future reference.

Examples in context

She quickly wrote anything down before the idea slipped her mind.
In the seminar, they wrote anything down for later review.
He regretted not having wrote anything down during the presentation.

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'wrote anything down' refers to the act of recording information on paper or a digital medium to preserve details for future reference.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

'Wrote anything down' can be split by inserting an object.

Neutral

The phrase is common in both spoken and written language.

Transitive

Yes

It requires an object to complete the thought.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	write anything down	I always write anything down during meetings.
Past Simple	wrote anything down	Yesterday, she wrote anything down to remember.
Present Continuous	writing anything down	He's busy writing anything down for the project.
Present Perfect	have written anything down	We have written anything down for future reference.

💡 When to Use

During note-taking or meetings

Use when it's crucial to remember points or instructions conveyed in meetings or lectures.

Example: "I need to write anything down to remember this lecture."

Documenting ideas or plans

Helpful for organizing thoughts, such as in journals or brainstorming sessions.

Example: "They decided to write anything down before planning their trip."

Record-keeping

Vital for maintaining records in professional settings, ensuring accountability and reference.

Example: "She wrote anything down to keep track of her finances."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect object placement

❌ Wrong: She wrote down anything to remember.

✅ Correct: She wrote anything down to remember.

💡 Tip: Place 'anything' between 'wrote' and 'down'.

Using intransitively

❌ Wrong: He wrote down.

✅ Correct: He wrote anything down.

💡 Tip: Always include an object.

Tense confusion

❌ Wrong: He is write anything down.

✅ Correct: He is writing anything down.

💡 Tip: Use correct verb form for the tense.

Practice

WROTE ANYTHING DOWN - 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

She quickly wrote anything down before the idea slipped her mind.
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Listen to example

In the seminar, they wrote anything down for later review.
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Listen to example

He regretted not having wrote anything down during the presentation.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

recorded jotted down

Antonyms

forgot

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"I should have ___ anything down during the meeting."

writes

wrote anything down

write

writed

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Wrote Anything Down

What is the origin of wrote anything down?

The phrase 'wrote anything down' evolved from the Middle English period, where 'write' meant to inscribe and 'down' indicated onto a surface, emphasizing recording information.

Can wrote anything down be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'wrote anything down' is versatile and appropriate for both formal and informal settings, from academic note-taking to conversational exchanges.

What is the difference between wrote anything down and jotted down?

'Jotted down' implies a brief or quick note, while 'wrote anything down' can involve more detailed recording. Both serve to capture important information.

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About the Author

Alessandra Nóbrega

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

WROTE ANYTHING DOWN - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Wrote Anything Down

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