finds, found, finding
to find out
phrasal verbE
Learn something by chance or accidentally
- 1I just happened to find out about the party.
- 2He didn't mean to find out about the surprise.
When you hear or see something new without looking for it, you get new information by surprise. For example, you hear your friend is moving to another city because someone tells you, not because you asked. You know something new without planning to.
People often use "find out" when talking about secrets, surprises, or news, like discovering someone's birthday plans or learning about a sale at your favorite store without searching for it.
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at a flower shop
Unexpected Discovery
Sarah
I just found out that lilies are your favorite flowers.
Anthony
Really? How did you learn that?
Sarah
I overheard you talking about it with the shop owner.
Anthony
Oh, I guess my secret is out!
at the golf course
Unexpected Discovery
William
I can't believe I found out that Tom is a professional golfer.
Nancy
Really? I thought he was just a hobbyist.
William
Yeah, I overheard him talking about his tournaments.
Nancy
That's quite a surprise!
at the animal care center
Unexpected Discovery
Kimberly
I just found out that Max is allergic to peanuts.
Amanda
Really? How did you discover that?
Kimberly
I was giving him a treat, and he started sneezing like crazy.
Amanda
Oh no, poor Max! Good thing you found out before it got worse.
at the grocery store
Surprise Savings
William
Hey Barbara, I just found out that the cereal is on sale today.
Barbara
Really? I didn't see any signs about it.
William
Yeah, I overheard a staff member talking about it.
Barbara
That's great! Let's grab a few boxes then.
at the poolside
The Hidden Talent
Rebecca
Did you know that Tom can swim like a pro?
Ronald
Really? I just found out when I saw him doing laps effortlessly.
Rebecca
I had no idea until today either!
Ronald
It's amazing what you can learn by just being here.
at a place with children's playthings
Surprise Revelation
Robert
I was just browsing around when I happened to find out that this toy is on sale.
Jennifer
Really? I didn't know they had discounts today.
Robert
Yeah, it was a pleasant surprise!
Jennifer
Let's see if there are more deals like that.
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