1
as in to cope
to meet one's day-to-day needs
most college students can get along with just a few hours of sleep at night
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2
as in to progress
to move forward along a course
the preparations for the party are getting along just fine
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Recent Examples of get along
Goldens have long been a popular choice for families, noted for their devoted, intelligent, and friendly nature, and getting along well with people, small children, and other dogs, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC).
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Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
And almost as importantly, do Prince Andrew and his nephew, Prince William, get along?
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 Aug. 2025
And when people go along to get along, deeper damage can follow.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Seat assignments are pre-arranged by Bark Air based on factors such as size and social behavior after owners are interviewed during the onboarding calls, but last-minute changes can be made based on who does or doesn't get along in real life.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2025
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Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
And almost as importantly, do Prince Andrew and his nephew, Prince William, get along?
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 25 Aug. 2025
And when people go along to get along, deeper damage can follow.
—Nirit Cohen, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
Seat assignments are pre-arranged by Bark Air based on factors such as size and social behavior after owners are interviewed during the onboarding calls, but last-minute changes can be made based on who does or doesn't get along in real life.
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 18 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get along
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After all, what better way is there to cope with life's stressors than a silly little accessory swinging from your bag?—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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After her first two pregnancies, Jen Affleck used dancing to cope with her postpartum symptoms.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
4 Sep. 2025
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Follow your interests so passion fuels progress.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The issue is that the team might need more help as the season progresses.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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Revord does the audio themself, and worked with a dialect coach to perfect British accents and learn how to act without facial expressions or gestures.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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Trump has done less of this in his second term, preferring to twist arms and lobby lawmakers privately this time.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Sep. 2025
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In April, after the court ruling, Omni again sought a wrecking permit but could not proceed with demolition until securing overlay approval.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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More Tech on the Horizon Thanks to advancements in laser technology, 3D printing, and AI, the development of new types of lenses is proceeding at a faster rate.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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Though Good Boy gets by for a while on the strength of its performances and the sheer oddness of its plot, the flimsiness of its characters drains the film of energy long before its 110 minutes are up.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
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Emma Heming Willis gets by with a little help from her family.—
Ryan Coleman September 2,
EW.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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North Crowley took the opening kick of the second half, and Harris marched the Panthers 67 yards for a score.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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After the speeches on the Capitol steps, the crowd marched to 8th Street and then back toward the Capitol.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Sep. 2025
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Despite being in the red zone before the Sanders fumble and having a chance to convert deep shots late, the Cowboys ultimately could not get into plus-territory to get on the scoreboard.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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Kehl was able to circumvent several layers of security in the building before getting on an elevator and reaching the 48th floor.—
David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
3 Sep. 2025
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Russell’s touchdown came 3 plays after Green ran for 35 yards on the first play of the possession that began at midfield.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Sep. 2025
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The multi-styler comes with all kinds of attachments, including several long barrels, two smoothing brushes, a round volumizing brush, and a smoothing dryer.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Get along.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20along. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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