1
as in to descend
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
I was getting down from the seaplane when a gust of wind swept away my hat
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2
as in to weigh down
to make sad
it's really getting him down that there does not seem to be one woman who will date him
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3
as in to sip
to take into the stomach through the mouth and throat
with her sore throat, liquids are the only thing she can get down
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Recent Examples of get down
The athlete shared a meal with his family and friends before getting down to business.
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Friday night was eventful, but the Mets didn’t get down after a blown call, a comeback, and ultimately a loss, with the Nats (12-15) walking off.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2025
Join 9 others in the comments View Comments Judging which content is actually domestic could be tough, as well, DuBois said, getting down to such minor points as where the oil and antifreeze come from.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Players from both teams got down on one knee with some looking down at the ground.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Friday night was eventful, but the Mets didn’t get down after a blown call, a comeback, and ultimately a loss, with the Nats (12-15) walking off.
—Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2025
Join 9 others in the comments View Comments Judging which content is actually domestic could be tough, as well, DuBois said, getting down to such minor points as where the oil and antifreeze come from.
—Chris Isidore, CNN Money, 3 May 2025
Players from both teams got down on one knee with some looking down at the ground.
—Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get down
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Over 12 days, actors, directors, producers, influencers and the like will descend onto the carpeted steps — not just to promote their latest feature film at the high temple of world cinema, but also to turn a look.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
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The haunting Frendo the Clown, which had been previously glimpsed dispatching teens in a potentially supernatural manner, descends on a farmhouse party filled with drunk teens.—
William Earl,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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Yet none of the horse racing industry’s multitude of problems weigh down the Kentucky Derby.—
Mark Story,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 May 2025
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Place several layers of paper towels on top, or fold the towel over, and weigh down with another cutting board or skillet.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2025
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Across the country and especially in culinary-forward markets like Miami and New York, high-end residences are being reimagined not only as places to live but as destinations to sip, savor, and entertain.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 May 2025
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The cup of jus on the side is deep in color and flavor, salty but balanced enough to sip.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2025
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One protester, who climbed up and sat on the neck of the bull, was told to dismount by a New York City police officer.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2025
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Fixed an issue where Yasuke could block with his teppo after being dismounted instead of his melee weapon.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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To maximize fluoride’s effect, keep them in the mouth for 1-2 minutes before swallowing.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
14 May 2025
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The tariffs are a tough pill to swallow for an industry that, in general, warmly embraced President Trump along the campaign trail.—
Colin Harper,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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On a gas model, light the burners on one side, leaving the opposite side off.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
15 May 2025
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During the tricky Death monologues, Urbina subtly shines a spotlight on the actor, while the others, frozen in place, are dimly lit, still able to be seen.—
Michelle F. Solomon,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2025
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People were solaced and troubled by history in ways that the United States seemed to have no need for.—
Andrew Moore,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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All three of the judges, who sit on the U.S. Court of International Trade, appeared troubled by the Trump administration’s claim that the judiciary may not review the legality of the tariffs at all.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Crumble Smith recommends using half your body weight as a starting point to figure out how many ounces per day to drink.—
Alyssa Hui-Anderson,
Verywell Health,
16 May 2025
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The 2018 vintage is exceptional and is drinking perfectly right now.—
Mike DeSimone,
Robb Report,
15 May 2025
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“Get down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20down. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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