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 'Take for Granted' in Language

"To take for granted today's sunshine is to dismiss tomorrow's storm; appreciate the present before it's lost to time."

📖 Definition

To take for granted means to assume something as true or as a given without questioning its value or significance.

Examples in context

People often take friendships for granted until they lose them.
The government took public trust for granted, leading to widespread dissatisfaction.
Growing up, he took for granted the peace in his homeland.

📖 Definition

To take for granted means to assume something as true or as a given without questioning its value or significance.

📝 Grammar Info

Separable

The phrase cannot be split by an object.

Neutral

It can be used in both informal and formal contexts.

Transitive

Yes

It requires an object to complete its meaning.

📊 Conjugation Table

Tense	Form	Example
Present Simple	take for granted	Many people take clean water for granted.
Past Simple	took for granted	She took his kindness for granted.
Present Continuous	taking for granted	They are taking their freedom for granted.
Present Perfect	have taken for granted	We have taken our health for granted for too long.

💡 When to Use

Overlooking someone's efforts

Use this when someone does not appreciate or recognize another's contributions or efforts.

Example: "He always takes his parents' support for granted."

Assuming situations will stay the same

When someone believes circumstances will remain unchanged, despite risks or changes.

Example: "We took the good weather for granted last summer."

Neglecting basic necessities

Mention when someone fails to appreciate essential resources or comforts.

Example: "City dwellers often take clean air for granted."

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Incorrect tense

❌ Wrong: He take for granted his opportunities.

✅ Correct: He takes for granted his opportunities.

💡 Tip: Ensure subject-verb agreement in the present tense.

Confusion with 'take for'

❌ Wrong: She take for him a fool.

✅ Correct: She takes him for a fool.

💡 Tip: Remember, 'take for granted' involves unappreciated assumptions.

Separation of the phrase

❌ Wrong: They take for competitions granted.

✅ Correct: They take the competitions for granted.

💡 Tip: Keep the phrase intact without separation.

Practice

TAKE FOR GRANTED - 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

People often take friendships for granted until they lose them.
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Listen to example

The government took public trust for granted, leading to widespread dissatisfaction.
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Listen to example

Growing up, he took for granted the peace in his homeland.
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Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

undervalue overlook

Antonyms

appreciate

Quick Check

Complete the sentence with the correct phrasal verb:

"Many people ___ the importance of biodiversity until it's lost."

take for

take for granted

grant

taken for granted

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Take For Granted

What is the origin of take for granted?

The phrase 'take for granted' originates from legal and financial contexts dating back to the 1600s. It was used to mean accepting something is true without requiring proof, eventually evolving into its modern usage denoting assumption and lack of appreciation.

Can take for granted be used in formal and informal contexts?

Yes, 'take for granted' fits both formal and informal contexts. It's neutral in tone, making it suitable for a variety of settings, whether in personal conversations or more professional, written discourse. Context should guide its use, ensuring clarity and appropriateness.

What is the difference between take for granted and undervalue?

'Take for granted' implies failing to appreciate something consistently present, often due to assumption. 'Undervalue' focuses more on underestimating or not recognizing the intrinsic worth of an object or person. Both can relate to appreciation, but with nuanced applications.

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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

TAKE FOR GRANTED - IN PRACTICE

Study Method Proposal

Examples in Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

Quick Check

❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Take For Granted

Related Phrasal Verbs

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