GET BACK (AT) Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

get back (at)

verb

Definition of get back (at)

as in to give back

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While leading global law firm Sidley, Ostolaza also makes time to give back, providing free legal services and supporting community organizations including Miami's Orange Bowl Committee.

— Najahe Sherman, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026
Racing to give back With breast cancer affecting both her mother and aunt, Robinson knew the importance of regular screenings.

— Roni Robbins, AJC.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of give back

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Israel will retaliate with a sweeping anti-terror operation in the Hebron neighborhood where the gunmen lived, Netanyahu said.

— Shlomo Mor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Ukraine retaliated with waves of drone attacks against Russian oil refineries, triggering a massive fuel crisis and bringing the war home to millions of civilians.

— ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026

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Now the Redhawks get the chance to avenge their 3-0 regular-season loss to Naperville North.

— Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 22 Oct. 2026
Commerce has avenged four 2025 losses (East Jackson, Elbert County, Oglethorpe County, Rabun County), the most of any GHSA school this season.

— Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 20 Oct. 2026

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