Definition of get started
1
: to begin doing or working on something
You (had) better get started if you want to finish on time.
2
: to begin an important period in one's life or career
newlyweds who are just getting started on their lives together.
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get (something) through to (someone)
get started
get/start off on the right foot
get/start off on the wrong foot
get/stay/keep out of someone's/the way
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“Get started.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20started. Accessed 24 Jun. 2021.
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