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 'Pull Away From' in Language

“In life's race, those who pull away from distractions find their true path, embracing the serenity of purposeful solitude.”

📖 Definition

Pull away from means to gradually or quickly move away from a person, place, or situation, often involving a choice to leave or distance oneself.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

Yes

The object can be placed between 'pull' and 'away' or after 'from'.

Neutral

Used in both casual and formal contexts.

Transitive

Yes

Takes a direct object, indicating what is being moved away from.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	pull away from	She pulls away from her doubts.
Past Simple	pulled away from	He pulled away from the crowd.
Present Continuous	pulling away from	They are pulling away from bad habits.
Present Perfect	have pulled away from	We have pulled away from unnecessary commitments.

💡 When to Use

Avoiding negative influence

Use when someone consciously distances themselves from harmful situations or people that exert negative influence.

Example: “Jane decided to pull away from toxic friendships for her well-being.”

Creating emotional distance

Use when someone intentionally distances themselves from emotional ties to gain perspective or regain independence.

Example: “Mark needed to pull away from the relationship to understand his feelings.”

Withdrawing from participation

Applies when someone opts out of an activity or group to focus on other priorities or interests.

Example: “He pulled away from the project to concentrate on personal goals.”

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Wrong tense usage

❌ Wrong: She has pull away from noise.

✅ Correct: She has pulled away from noise.

💡 Tip: Ensure correct verb tense agreement.

Incorrect preposition

❌ Wrong: He pulled of the group.

✅ Correct: He pulled away from the group.

💡 Tip: Remember to use 'away from' for precision.

Separation error

❌ Wrong: They pulled from the game away.

✅ Correct: They pulled away from the game.

💡 Tip: Keep object with 'pull away from'.

Practice

PULL AWAY FROM – 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

In a moment of clarity, Josh pulled away from the pressures of city life.
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Listen to example

As the debate heated up, Maria pulled away from the conversation to gather her thoughts.
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3
Listen to example

After many years, they finally pulled away from their demanding careers to travel the world.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

distance oneself from withdraw from

Antonyms

gravitate toward

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

“She decided to ___ from the toxic environment.”

pick over

pull away from

zoom in

draw in

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Pull Away From

What is the origin of pull away from?

The phrase 'pull away from' evolved from the physical action of pulling oneself away from an object. It gained popularity in English to express distancing oneself emotionally or physically, particularly during the 19th and 20th centuries, as transportation and emotional explorations became more common.

Can pull away from be used in formal and informal contexts?

'Pull away from' is versatile, fitting both formal and informal contexts. In formal contexts, it often describes strategic decisions or personal development, while in informal settings, it may be used for emotional distancing or leaving situations quickly, adaptable to diverse conversations.

What is the difference between pull away from and distance oneself from?

'Pull away from' often implies a quicker or more decisive action, suggesting immediate withdrawal. 'Distance oneself from' is more gradual, indicating creating space over time. Both convey a desire to remove oneself, but differ in urgency and execution speed.

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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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