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as in to cope
to meet one's day-to-day needs
despite his new job's low pay, he was still getting on
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as in to do
to move forward along a course
find out how the marketing department is getting on with the new ad campaign
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Recent Examples of get on
There will also be other family-friendly activities for anyone who doesn't want to get on the rink.
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Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
The 24-year-old figure skater got on his knees after completing his routine in the men’s single figure skating short program Tuesday night, soaking in his Olympic moment.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
Keely Williams gets on base Texas State's lead-off hitter is off to a torrid start to the season.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
Newly acquired Luisangel Acuna was among the White Sox players getting on the field for the first time.
—Matt Zahn, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
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Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 17 Feb. 2026
The 24-year-old figure skater got on his knees after completing his routine in the men’s single figure skating short program Tuesday night, soaking in his Olympic moment.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
Keely Williams gets on base Texas State's lead-off hitter is off to a torrid start to the season.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 16 Feb. 2026
Newly acquired Luisangel Acuna was among the White Sox players getting on the field for the first time.
—Matt Zahn, CBS News, 16 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get on
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That approach cuts the costs of medicines, creates local jobs, and instills reliance to better cope with global shocks.—
Alexis Akwagyiram,
semafor.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Gayheart, meanwhile, penned an essay for The Cut that December that offered an inside glimpse at how her family was coping with the diagnosis.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
20 Feb. 2026
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Nor did Liu attempt a quadruple toe loop as did the Russian Adeliia Petrosian.—
Bora Erden,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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Through a stellar debut season, freshman Jazzy Davidson has done everything for USC that was asked of her.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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But what Gus got by doing 10 takes like that was incredible material.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
20 Feb. 2026
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Medium wheels get by in both situations but your dog may also struggle slightly in both.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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As the evening progresses, André doesn’t explicitly tell him to expand his horizons, but Shawn seemingly comes away with that life lesson.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Vulture,
23 Feb. 2026
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And with that connection comes a desire to help the sport grow and progress into the future.—
Outside,
Outside,
23 Feb. 2026
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Working with Preller, 48, would give the new top boss a better sense of him and how the two get along.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Reports that Lindor and Soto didn’t get along last season, their first on the Mets together, were overblown.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The owner proceeded to her departure gate.—
Kyle Melnick,
Washington Post,
22 Feb. 2026
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The Tidal Basin Seawall Rehabilitation Project is proceeding well.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
21 Feb. 2026
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Jackson visited San Diego a number of times, whether campaigning for president, marching with activists or speaking to students or rallies.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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Tens of thousands marched in Kosovo on independence day, protesting war crimes trials of former rebel leaders, including ex-President Hashim Thaci.—
Zana Cimili,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Feb. 2026
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Riley finally is coming home, returning Sunday with the unveiling of a long overdue statue in whose bronze reflection a couple of wistful realizations can be found.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Feb. 2026
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While the sale of the Rothschild stake has been delayed, one person familiar with the discussions said there has been significant interest, and a sale will likely be completed in the coming months.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
23 Feb. 2026
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