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 'Carry Away': Definition and Usage

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'carry away' means to be overcome by emotion or enthusiasm, losing control over one’s actions or decisions as a result.

Examples in context

The children got carried away playing outside and forgot about dinner.
Don't let your pride carry you away from making reasonable decisions.
Carried away by the artist's performance, the audience stood and cheered.

📖 Definition

The phrasal verb 'carry away' means to be overcome by emotion or enthusiasm, losing control over one’s actions or decisions as a result.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

You can separate the verb and particle, especially with pronouns.

Neutral

Used in both formal and informal contexts.

Transitive

Yes

Requires a direct object to complete its meaning.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	carry away	Please do not carry away the conversation with exaggerated stories.
Past Simple	carried away	She got carried away during her speech.
Present Continuous	carrying away	They are carrying away the decorations from the party.
Present Perfect	have carried away	He has carried away many misconceptions about the topic.

💡 When to Use

Feeling intense emotions

Use 'carry away' when someone is deeply affected by emotions, influencing their actions impulsively.

Example: "She was carried away by the excitement of the concert."

Over-enthusiastic commitment

When someone commits beyond their capacity due to enthusiasm, 'carry away' describes their state.

Example: "He was carried away with plans and forgot the deadline."

Losing control

In situations where control is lost due to emotion or excitement, 'carry away' is applicable.

Example: "He got carried away and made a risky decision."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using intransitively

❌ Wrong: He carried away quickly.

✅ Correct: He was carried away by the excitement.

💡 Tip: Remember to include what they are carried away by.

Incorrect pronoun placement

❌ Wrong: She carried the awards away herself.

✅ Correct: She carried away the awards herself.

💡 Tip: Place the object immediately after 'carry away'.

Leaving out the object

❌ Wrong: They got carried during the meeting.

✅ Correct: They got carried away by the debate during the meeting.

💡 Tip: Ensure 'away' is followed by what caused the reaction.

Practice

CARRY AWAY - 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 children got carried away playing outside and forgot about dinner.
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Listen to example

Don't let your pride carry you away from making reasonable decisions.
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3
Listen to example

Carried away by the artist's performance, the audience stood and cheered.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

overwhelmed engrossed

Antonyms

restrain

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"During the movie premiere, the fans got ___ by the celebrity's appearance."

carried along

carry away

carried off

carried through

"Don't let your emotions carry you away, for a calm mind leads to clearer decisions and fewer regrets in life's journey."

In Context

In 1815, the Battle of Waterloo saw Napoleon Bonaparte attempting to regain power after his escape from Elba. Napoleon's army was initially successful, but the Prussian and British forces' resilience surprised him. Napoleon's tactical errors caused him to become carried away, overestimating his troops' strength. As the battle continued, unexpected reinforcements arrived for the British, and Napoleon's forces were pushed back. Carried away by his desire for victory, he failed to notice the shifting tides of the battle. The Prussian and British troops, working in tandem, overwhelmed his army. The relentless opposition overwhelmed the overconfident Napoleonic strategy. Eventually, his troops fled, carried away by panic as the Allied forces closed in. Thus, his dream of continental dominance ended. This final defeat marked the end of Napoleon’s reign. Exiled once more, this time to Saint Helena, Napoleon reflected on the consequences of being carried away. His ambition and initial successes brought him to Waterloo, but his inability to temper his expectations played a significant role in shaping European history. This event reshaped Europe's political landscape, leading to peace and establishing frameworks for future cooperation between nations.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Carry Away

What is the origin of carry away?

The phrasal verb 'carry away' has roots in Middle English, where 'carry' meant to transport, and 'away' signifies distance, metaphorically evolving to emotional or mental transport.

Can carry away be used in formal and informal contexts?

'Carry away' is flexible, fitting both formal contexts, like literature or speeches, and informal ones, such as casual conversations, offering expressive nuances.

What is the difference between carry away and overwhelmed?

'Carry away' often involves enthusiasm or excitement leading to loss of control, while 'overwhelmed' implies being heavily influenced or inundated, often by stress.

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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

CARRY AWAY - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

In Context

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Carry Away

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