get on with (something or someone)

phrase

1

: to continue doing (something)

I didn't mean to interrupt you. I'll let you get on with your work.

You need to stop feeling sorry for yourself and just get on with your life.

This introduction is taking forever. I wish they'd just get on with it the play.

2

chiefly British : to be or remain friendly with (someone)

They've never really got on with each other.

Examples of get on with (something or someone) in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Catherine backs people who stay quiet and get on with things. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 31 Mar. 2026

Among many Niger Deltans, there’s a mixture of ignorance, nonchalance, and clenched resignation around the industry’s environmental dangers, which take a back seat as folks get on with the business of everyday survival. — Noo Saro-Wiwa, The Dial, 24 Mar. 2026

Listen to that inner voice that consistently reminds you of your inner potential and get on with it. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Mar. 2026

Suzuki wanted to put the loss behind him as quickly as possible and get on with the business of winning with the Canadiens. — Arpon Basu, New York Times, 1 Mar. 2026