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 and Using 'Pass Along' - A versatile Phrasal Verb

"Wisdom not passed along to the next generation is like a river drying up before reaching its destination."

📖 Definition

Pass along is a phrasal verb meaning to convey or transmit information, messages, or items to another person or group.

Examples in context

The teacher asked us to pass along the handouts to the next class.
Researchers often pass along crucial data to other scientists for further analysis.
During the meeting, he passed along suggestions from the previous session.

📖 Definition

Pass along is a phrasal verb meaning to convey or transmit information, messages, or items to another person or group.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

The verb and particle can be split by the object.

Neutral

Used in both casual and formal communications.

Transitive

Yes

Requires a direct object, someone or something receiving the information.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	pass along	Please pass along my regards to your family.
Past Simple	passed along	She passed along the news to everyone in the office.
Present Continuous	passing along	He is passing along the letter as we speak.
Present Perfect	have passed along	They have passed along the documents by now.

💡 When to Use

Sharing information

Use it when you are conveying information from one person to another.

Example: "They quickly passed along the emergency message."

Relaying news

Appropriate for spreading news or updates to a wider audience.

Example: "She passed along the exciting news of her promotion."

Sending physical items

Use this when transferring objects from one person to another.

Example: "He passed along the book to his friend."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect placement

❌ Wrong: Pass my message along.

✅ Correct: Pass along my message.

💡 Tip: Keep 'pass along' together for clarity in meaning.

Confusing with 'pass by'

❌ Wrong: Pass by the news.

✅ Correct: Pass along the news.

💡 Tip: 'Pass along' means to transmit; 'pass by' suggests bypassing.

Ignoring separable rules

❌ Wrong: You along pass this note.

✅ Correct: You pass this note along.

💡 Tip: Ensure you split the phrasal verb correctly.

Practice

PASS ALONG - 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 teacher asked us to pass along the handouts to the next class.
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Listen to example

Researchers often pass along crucial data to other scientists for further analysis.
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Listen to example

During the meeting, he passed along suggestions from the previous session.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

convey transmit

Antonyms

withhold

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"Please ___ the message to the team."

pass under

pass along

pass over

pass against

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Pass Along

What is the origin of pass along?

The term 'pass along' has its roots in Middle English, evolving as a combination of the verb 'pass,' meaning to move, and the adverb 'along,' referring to continuation in a direction.

Can pass along be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'pass along' is suitable for both formal and informal contexts due to its neutral register. It frequently appears in various kinds of written and spoken communication.

What is the difference between pass along and convey?

While both 'pass along' and 'convey' mean to transmit information, 'pass along' often implies a casual or straightforward act of transmission, whereas 'convey' can imply a more formal or deliberate communication.

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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

PASS ALONG - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Pass Along

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