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

Go Down In: Meaning and Usage Explained

"What goes down in history is not just the event but the courage that propelled it forward, defining generations to come."

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'go down in' refers to being remembered or recorded as significant in history or specific narratives.

Examples in context

The new policy will surely go down in history as revolutionary.
His speech went down in history for its profound impact.
The record-breaking feat is going down in history as unprecedented.

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'go down in' refers to being remembered or recorded as significant in history or specific narratives.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The phrasal verb 'go down in' cannot be separated by an object.

Neutral

It is used in both formal and informal contexts.

Transitive

It does not have a direct object that follows it.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	go down in	This event will go down in history.
Past Simple	went down in	That battle went down in history due to its scale.
Present Continuous	going down in	The artist is currently going down in history as a pioneer.
Present Perfect	have gone down in	These innovations have gone down in history as groundbreaking.

💡 When to Use

Commemorating historical events

When you want to refer to events that will be remembered for their significance.

Example: "His actions will go down in history as courageous."

Citing record-breaking achievements

Use when discussing achievements that are noteworthy or unprecedented.

Example: "Her record will go down in history for its unparalleled success."

Describing memorable personal experiences

Use to denote personal events that had a lasting impact on your life.

Example: "Our trip will go down in history as the best vacation ever."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using as separable

❌ Wrong: He went the event down in history.

✅ Correct: He went down in history for the event.

💡 Tip: Remember, 'go down in' cannot be split.

Confusing with 'go down'

❌ Wrong: The story will go down the building.

✅ Correct: The story will go down in history.

💡 Tip: Distinguish between spatial 'go down' and historical 'go down in'.

Incorrect preposition

❌ Wrong: The play will go down into history.

✅ Correct: The play will go down in history.

💡 Tip: Use 'in' not 'into'.

Practice

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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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The new policy will surely go down in history as revolutionary.
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Listen to example

His speech went down in history for its profound impact.
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The record-breaking feat is going down in history as unprecedented.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

be remembered be recorded

Antonyms

be forgotten

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"This moment will ___ history as truly pivotal."

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go down in

falls down in

climbs in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Go Down In

What is the origin of go down in?

The phrase 'go down in' dates back to when recording events in writing or oral traditions became a means of preserving legacies. 'Go down' implies descending into the annals of history, a metaphorical depth where important events are stored.

Can go down in be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'go down in' can be used in both contexts due to its neutral register. It appears in formal historical analyses as well as informal storytelling, emphasizing the significance of people, events, and achievements across various narratives.

What is the difference between go down in and be remembered?

'Go down in' usually refers to events recorded in history for their significance, while 'be remembered' can refer to any memorable experience, irrespective of historical significance. 'Go down in' is often used for events affecting larger scales.

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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

GO DOWN IN - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Go Down In

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