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we went by the tube vs we went on the tube

Each of these phrases is correct, but they are not used in the same context. 'We went on the tube' is the more common and natural way to say that you traveled using the London Underground. 'We went by the tube' could be used to indicate passing near or alongside the tube without necessarily using it for transportation.
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we went by the tube

This phrase is correct but less common. It could be used to indicate passing near or alongside the tube without necessarily using it for transportation.

This phrase could be used when referring to traveling near or alongside the tube without actually using it for transportation.

Alternatives:

  • we passed by the tube
  • we traveled near the tube

we went on the tube

This phrase is correct and commonly used to indicate traveling using the London Underground.

This phrase is the natural way to say that you traveled using the London Underground.
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Alternatives:

  • we took the tube
  • we rode the tube

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