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

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The truth finally came out after the investigation

The students came out to the classroom

Phrasal Verb 'Look Forward' - meaning, usage, and examples

📖 Definition

To feel excited about something that is going to happen, usually because it is something pleasant or desirable due to anticipation or eagerness.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The verb and particle cannot be separated by an object.

Neutral

It can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

Transitive

No direct object can be placed directly after the verb.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	look forward to	I look forward to the weekend getaway.
Past Simple	looked forward to	She looked forward to visiting her hometown.
Present Continuous	looking forward to	They are looking forward to the concert tonight.
Present Perfect	have looked forward to	We have looked forward to meeting you for weeks.

💡 When to Use

Upcoming events or meetings

Use it when expressing excitement about a scheduled event or meeting that will occur in the future.

Example: “I look forward to our meeting next week.”

Future personal plans

Suitable for sharing excitement or eagerness about personal plans or trips that are scheduled to happen.

Example: “She looks forward to her vacation next month.”

Anticipation of holidays

Appropriate for expressing anticipation for upcoming holidays or festivals.

Example: “Children look forward to Christmas every year.”

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Confusing particle order

❌ Wrong: I forward look to the party.

✅ Correct: I look forward to the party.

💡 Tip: Remember, 'look' always precedes 'forward to'.

Incorrect verb form

❌ Wrong: I am look forward to seeing her.

✅ Correct: I am looking forward to seeing her.

💡 Tip: Use 'looking forward to' for continuous actions.

Missing particle 'to'

❌ Wrong: She looks forward the event.

✅ Correct: She looks forward to the event.

💡 Tip: Never drop 'to'; it's essential.

Practice

LOOK FORWARD – 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

Every year, they look forward to summer vacations on the beach.
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Listen to example

He always looks forward to weekend relaxation after a busy workweek.
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Listen to example

We look forward to your visit with great anticipation and joy.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

anticipate await

Antonyms

dread

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

“She is ___ to the gala next month.”

forward look

look forward

looking

forwards looking

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Look Forward

What is the origin of look forward?

'Look forward' traces back to the 14th century, combining the verb 'look', meaning to gaze or behold, with 'forward', indicating future anticipation, to express eagerness.

Can look forward be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'look forward' is flexible and can be used in formal settings like business correspondence or informal settings like casual conversations.

What is the difference between look forward and anticipate?

'Look forward' is often more informal and personal, while 'anticipate' is more formal and can imply predicting or expecting 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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