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GrammarJLPT N3

to end up doing

Expression

Definitions

1. to do something completely or unintentionally

This grammatical ending attaches to the te-form of a verb to express that an action has been completed, often with a sense of regret or finality. The casual contracted form is commonly used in everyday speech among friends and family.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

I kind of just went along with it and said I'd join.

Sentence 2

Making such a careless mistake — I'm so disappointed in myself.

Sentence 3

No matter how well you hide it, the truth always finds a way out.

Sentence 4

I forgot what I came to look for halfway there.

Sentence 5

I apologize for calling the client by the wrong name.