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 'Binge On'

"In life's feast, one must not binge on desire and neglect restraint, for balance breeds wisdom and true satisfaction."

📖 Definition

To binge on something means to indulge excessively in an activity or consumption of something, typically one's fixation, often to the point of overdoing.

Examples in context

He tends to binge on detective novels during the winter months.
Children often binge on candy when unsupervised at parties.
We binged on travel documentaries, planning our next adventure.

📖 Definition

To binge on something means to indulge excessively in an activity or consumption of something, typically one's fixation, often to the point of overdoing.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The object cannot come between 'binge' and 'on.'

Informal

Commonly used in conversational language.

Transitive

Yes

Requires a direct object to specify what is being binged on.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	binge on	She binge on television series over the weekend.
Past Simple	binged on	He binged on junk food during the holidays.
Present Continuous	binging on	They are binging on podcasts lately.
Present Perfect	have binged on	We have binged on every documentary available.

💡 When to Use

When discussing media consumption

Use 'binge on' to describe consuming large amounts of content, like TV shows or movies, in a short time.

Example: "She binged on the latest series over the weekend."

Describing excessive eating habits

The term is applicable when someone eats large quantities, especially of a particular kind of food, excessively.

Example: "He binged on candy during the festivities."

Explaining excessive activity

Use it to describe any overindulgence in activity or hobby, indicating it is done excessively.

Example: "They binged on video games all night."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Missing preposition

❌ Wrong: He binged the series.

✅ Correct: He binged on the series.

💡 Tip: Always include 'on' after 'binge'.

Incorrect tense

❌ Wrong: She binge on sweets all afternoon.

✅ Correct: She binged on sweets all afternoon.

💡 Tip: Ensure to match the correct tense.

Wrong object placement

❌ Wrong: They binged movies on.

✅ Correct: They binged on movies.

💡 Tip: Place the object after 'binge on'.

Practice

BINGE ON - 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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He tends to binge on detective novels during the winter months.
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Children often binge on candy when unsupervised at parties.
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We binged on travel documentaries, planning our next adventure.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

overindulge gorge

Antonyms

abstain

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"Every weekend, she loves to ___ on her favorite TV series."

binge

binge on

binge off

binge in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Binge On

What is the origin of binge on?

Originating in the 19th century, 'binge' initially referred to a drinking spree. Its adaptation 'binge on' emerged in the mid-20th century, emphasizing excessive consumption beyond alcohol, extending to foods and activities.

Can binge on be used in formal and informal contexts?

'Binge on' is primarily informal, often found in conversational language reflecting excess in modern lifestyle contexts, such as media and food consumption. In formal writing, alternatives like 'overindulge' might be preferable.

What is the difference between binge on and overindulge?

While 'binge on' specifically implies consuming in a short, intense period, 'overindulge' refers to any excessive indulgence, implying a broader scope of how much one partakes over any undefined period.

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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

BINGE ON - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Binge On

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