you get

idiomatic phrase

: there are
You get so many bad drivers these days.

Examples of you get in a Sentence

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Blankets, a flashlight, and a phone charger can be lifesavers if you get stuck. Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 26 Jan. 2026 Tim offers phone coaching calls if you get stuck during a DIY job. Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 24 Jan. 2026 If you get stuck, clear your tailpipe before running the engine to stay warm. Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026 Here’s a look at the latest information travelers need to know, including how travel insurance can help if you get delayed or stranded. Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for you get

Word History

First Known Use

1898, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of you get was in 1898

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“You get.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/you%20get. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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