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: Bring Together

“Bringing together disparate minds can illuminate unseen paths, fostering cooperation and compassion through shared goals and mutual understanding.”

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb ‘bring together’ means to unite or consolidate people or things into one group or entity, fostering cooperation or harmony.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

The object can appear between 'bring' and 'together', or after 'together'.

Neutral

Suitable for both formal and informal contexts depending on the situation.

Transitive

Yes

Requires an object that indicates what is being united.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	bring together	They bring together different communities to celebrate unity.
Past Simple	brought together	The festival brought together people from all walks of life.
Present Continuous	bringing together	They are bringing together resources for the project.
Present Perfect	have brought together	We have brought together experts from various fields.

💡 When to Use

Organizing events

Use it when describing the act of uniting people for a social or formal event.

Example: “We need to bring together all participants for the final ceremony.”

Creating unity

It is useful when talking about unifying people with different backgrounds or opinions.

Example: “The initiative aims to bring together diverse communities.”

Combining resources

Employ it when referring to gathering resources or elements to achieve a goal.

Example: “The team must bring together their skills for success.”

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect placement of object

❌ Wrong: Bring them together differences.

✅ Correct: Bring together their differences.

💡 Tip: Remember to place the object between 'bring' and 'together' or after 'together'.

Missing object

❌ Wrong: Bring together quickly for the meeting.

✅ Correct: Bring the team together quickly for the meeting.

💡 Tip: Always include an object that specifies what is being unified.

Using intransitively

❌ Wrong: We bring together easily.

✅ Correct: We bring together our ideas easily.

💡 Tip: Ensure to specify what is being brought together.

Practice

BRING TOGETHER – 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 company’s strategy is to bring together innovators from around the globe.
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2
Listen to example

Efforts to bring together opposing parties have resulted in a successful peace agreement.
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3
Listen to example

Our goal is to bring together all the necessary data by the end of the week.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

unite assemble

Antonyms

separate

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

“The charity event aims to ___ people from different backgrounds.”

take apart

bring together

scatter

divide

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Bring Together

What is the origin of bring together?

Originating in Middle English, 'bring together' has been used since the 14th century to describe the act of uniting people or things into a cohesive group.

Can bring together be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'bring together' is versatile and can be employed in formal and informal contexts, depending on the situation and the entities being unified.

What is the difference between bring together and unite?

'Bring together' often refers to the physical or organizational act of assembling, while 'unite' can imply a deeper, more binding cohesion.

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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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