Grammar fix
cross out
draw a line through
To draw a line through something written or printed, usually to show that it is wrong or should not be included.
phrasal verbB1common
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- If you make a mistake on the form, just cross it out and write the correct answer.study
- In the IELTS writing test, if I write the wrong word, I usually cross it out neatly and continue with my answer.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: cross out + noun/pronoun
WrongCross out it and write the correct answer.
RightCross it out and write the correct answer.
With a pronoun, the object goes in the middle: 'cross it out'.
Patterncross out + noun/pronoun
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Cross out' is the plain verb for striking through text; the long instruction is needlessly formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
cross out + texta wordyour mistakethe nameit
Don't confuse it
'Cross off' is used for removing completed items from a list, while 'cross out' is for removing incorrect or unwanted words or information.