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 'Grow Out of': Definition and Usage

📖 Definition

To ‘grow out of’ means to become too mature for a certain habit, situation, or object, often in a gradual process over time.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The object or pronoun cannot come between 'grow' and 'out of'.

Neutral

Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Transitive

Yes

Requires an object, like a habit or situation.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	grow out of	Teenagers often grow out of their childhood interests.
Past Simple	grew out of	She grew out of her fear of dogs over time.
Present Continuous	growing out of	He is growing out of his love for certain toys.
Present Perfect	have grown out of	They have grown out of the need for supervision.

💡 When to Use

Outgrowing childhood habits

Use when describing someone abandoning habits they held during childhood as they mature.

Example: “She grew out of playing with dolls by the age of ten.”

Leaving behind outdated styles

Appropriate for discussing how someone has moved past outdated fashion or trends.

Example: “He has grown out of wearing bright, flashy clothes.”

Losing old fears

Use to describe overcoming fears or phobias as someone matures.

Example: “I hope to grow out of my fear of heights someday.”

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using it as separable

❌ Wrong: He grew out his toys of.

✅ Correct: He grew out of his toys.

💡 Tip: Remember, don't separate 'grow' and 'out of'.

Omitting 'out of'

❌ Wrong: She grew her old habits.

✅ Correct: She grew out of her old habits.

💡 Tip: Always include 'out of' after 'grow'.

Using with intransitive verbs

❌ Wrong: He grows rapidly.

✅ Correct: He grows out of his comfort zone.

💡 Tip: Ensure an object follows 'grow out of'.

Practice

GROW OUT OF – 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

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Listen to example

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Listen to example

Many adults grow out of their youthful taste in music and embrace new genres.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

outgrow move beyond

Antonyms

cling to

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

“Children often ____ their need for bedtime stories.”

grow up

grow out of

grow with

grow in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Grow Out Of

What is the origin of grow out of?

The phrase 'grow out of' likely originates from the physical process of outgrowing clothes, extending metaphorically to behaviors and interests.

Can grow out of be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'grow out of' is versatile, suitable for both formal academic writing and everyday casual conversations about personal development.

What is the difference between grow out of and outgrow?

'Grow out of' often suggests a process of change or development, while 'outgrow' typically refers directly to finishing or evolving beyond something.

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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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