get on

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Recent Examples of get on While the competitors enter as individuals, their goal will be to get on– and stay on– the strongest team by any means necessary, because in this game the bakers must create incredible edible works of art to grow their teams and avoid elimination. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025 Fans and the media have been calling for Sanders to get on the field. Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025 Now, the talks are to make sure Hamas and Israel get on board with the details on the release of the remaining hostages being held in Gaza. Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Oct. 2025 Today, a Gilmore Girls would not get on the air. Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for get on
Recent Examples of Synonyms for get on
Verb
  • The virtual event is intended to give participants emotional support, new coping skills and encouragement.
    Linda Mcintosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Oct. 2025
  • This additional level is especially important for older folks who are exercising vigorously, and for those coping with or recovering from injury or illness.
    Bryant Stamford, Louisville Courier Journal, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Another big sales behemoth, Walmart also does quite a bit to maintain discounts competitive with Prime Day deals across all categories.
    Melissa Knific, Bon Appetit Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Linda also drags her daughter to a clinic for regular treatments, none of which seem to do any good.
    Justin Chang, New Yorker, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Many entry-level Ford workers, Farley also recounted at Ford Pro Accelerate, have had to take multiple jobs just to get by before the company moved them to full-time status, raising wages and offering more security.
    Dave Smith, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
  • If Orlando pairs fierce defense with just enough scoring to get by, this could be the beginning of a special group.
    Fred Katz, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The disease progressed to Alzheimer’s dementia in 2023.
    Andrew McGowan, Variety, 8 Oct. 2025
  • In mitigation, Tottenham have built a squad that does possess the players to link the midfield and attack, but with James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski both out injured for the coming months, there is a need for more midfield players to be braver when progressing the ball.
    Mark Carey, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But like Milo, despite their size both breeds are noted for their good nature, being exceptionally friendly towards family and getting along well with small children.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Heath Flora likes to get along and have a good time.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Blake Treinen entered in the ninth and proceeded to allow three consecutive hits before yielding to Alex Vesia, allowing the Phillies back into the game again and once again raising massive questions about what solutions the Dodgers have to finish off games like this in October.
    Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • The 37-year-old right-hander proceeded to nearly tie the game, allowing three consecutive hits, with a Nick Castellanos double bringing in two runs.
    Gabe Smallson, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Timberview marched down the field before Steven Hall found Trysten Shaw in the corner of the end zone to put the Wolves back in front.
    Jordan Neal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Oct. 2025
  • Rojas appeared in four postseason games in 2024 as the Dodgers marched to the World Series and defeated the New York Yankees, giving Rojas his first championship ring.
    Jon Paul Hoornstra, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Hiring has rapidly changed since AI agents and interviewers came into the picture.
    Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2025
  • The discussion comes amid a huge surge in spending on data-center infrastructure.
    Kate Wolffe, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2025

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“Get on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20on. Accessed 13 Oct. 2025.

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