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 the Phrasal Verb 'Scroll Through'

“As we scroll through the pages of our lives, let us pause to cherish each chapter before moving forward.”

📖 Definition

Scroll through: To move display screens or digital content up or down to view parts not immediately visible, often using fingers or a mouse.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The verb cannot be separated by objects or adverbs.

Neutral

Used in both formal and informal contexts without concern.

Transitive

Yes

Requires a direct object to complete its meaning.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	scroll through	I scroll through my emails every morning.
Past Simple	scrolled through	Yesterday, she scrolled through the entire report.
Present Continuous	scrolling through	He is scrolling through the news feed right now.
Present Perfect	have scrolled through	We have scrolled through hundreds of photos already.

💡 When to Use

When reviewing emails

Use this when quickly moving through a list of emails to find relevant messages or information.

Example: “I scroll through my emails to find my manager's instructions.”

Reading digital articles

Appropriate to describe moving through an online article or digital document to gather information.

Example: “She scrolled through the article to get the main points.”

Browsing social media

Use this when referring to the act of browsing through social media content on platforms like Facebook or Instagram.

Example: “He spent hours scrolling through his Facebook feed.”

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect verb tense

❌ Wrong: She scrolls through the news yesterday.

✅ Correct: She scrolled through the news yesterday.

💡 Tip: Remember that past actions require past tense.

Missing object

❌ Wrong: He scroll through.

✅ Correct: He scrolls through the website.

💡 Tip: Always include what is being scrolled through.

Subject-verb agreement

❌ Wrong: They scroll throughs the book.

✅ Correct: They scroll through the book.

💡 Tip: Ensure subject and verb agree in number.

Practice

SCROLL THROUGH – 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

1
Listen to example

Every night, she scrolls through her photo album, reminiscing about old memories.
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2
Listen to example

They scrolled through the catalog to find the perfect chair for their living room.
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3
Listen to example

He was scrolling through his phone when he spotted an interesting article.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

browse navigate

Antonyms

ignore

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

“Many people ____ through social media to pass time.”

stroll

scroll through

shake

shiver

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Scroll Through

What is the origin of scroll through?

The term 'scroll through' originated from the physical action of scrolling which dates back to ancient scrolls, evolving digitally with computer interfaces in the 20th century.

Can scroll through be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, it can be used in both contexts. Whether discussing professional reports or casual social media usage, 'scroll through' remains versatile and appropriate.

What is the difference between scroll through and browse?

'Scroll through' implies vertical movement through content, focusing on ongoing viewing, whereas 'browse' suggests a more general and leisurely examination of content.

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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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