1
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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2
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
Married couples still get on each other’s last nerve, often by doing the thing that drew each of them together.
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Belinda Luscombe, Time, 9 May 2025
Reconnect with former colleagues to get on a hiring manager’s radar before a role opens to the general public, Herrity said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 8 May 2025
The winner came on their 94th attempt and 33rd that got on net, showing the shot volume offense that has gotten them to this point.
—Stephen Whyno, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025
Many international trips are booked months in advance, and can be hard to cancel, and so even a traveller who feels antagonized by U.S. policies may in the end get on a plane anyway.
—Josh Holder, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Belinda Luscombe, Time, 9 May 2025
Reconnect with former colleagues to get on a hiring manager’s radar before a role opens to the general public, Herrity said.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 8 May 2025
The winner came on their 94th attempt and 33rd that got on net, showing the shot volume offense that has gotten them to this point.
—Stephen Whyno, Baltimore Sun, 7 May 2025
Many international trips are booked months in advance, and can be hard to cancel, and so even a traveller who feels antagonized by U.S. policies may in the end get on a plane anyway.
—Josh Holder, New York Times, 30 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get on
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To cope with the downturn, Hyatt responded by temporarily suspending operations at many of its hotels and implementing wide-scale workforce adjustments.—
Mind Share Partners,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Research suggests parents who do this have children who are secure in their relationship with their parents, are more confident, have fewer behavior challenges, and are better able to weather difficulties and cope with challenges.—
Contributing,
Oc Register,
13 May 2025
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Like the Kearns have done, families could split into different rooms, as well, depending on the age of their children.—
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Additionally, if there are any steps that are confusing, now is the time to do the research or watch a video.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
11 May 2025
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Some are able to get by for a week with some deodorant, a bottle of 3-in-1, and a ziploc bag.—
Kat Merck,
Wired News,
2 May 2025
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To get to this point in the Copa del Rey, Barcelona had to first get by another major Spanish team, Atletico Madrid, over two legs.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Apr. 2025
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Keep an eye on the cats' body language when they get used to each other from behind a door: if their ears are flattened, their fur standing on end, or their body posture rigid, this is negative body language, and things should not progress just yet.—
Rachael O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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The experience of drinking French wine isn't about quantity but about savoring small servings and moving up in wine quality as the meal progresses.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Devoted to a cause, product or purpose in the pursuit of a livelihood, getting along with others is part of the deal.—
Chris Westfall,
Forbes.com,
12 May 2025
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The soccer legend and onetime Spice Girl just wish everyone could get along and are apparently over the situation.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
7 May 2025
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The discussion then proceeded to focus on The Uninvited before circling back to Wood, with the interviewer bring up his upcoming Saturday Night Live appearance.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
2 May 2025
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And, amazingly, during the call, the two GMs proceeded to discuss free agency plans for six full minutes.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
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She was photographed being marched out of the courthouse in handcuffs.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
11 May 2025
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Donald Trump is crashing the economy and marching the country toward a recession.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
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The main reason the studios and independents go abroad to shoot is money.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
5 May 2025
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So how did Combs go from wearing a glamorous bespoke white suit on the steps of the Met Gala a few years back to now being allocated 20 pieces of clothing he's permitted to wear at a courthouse just 5 miles away?—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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“Get on.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20on. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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