as in to explain
to make plain or understandable
what I'm trying to get across is that there simply is no money for the project
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Recent Examples of get across
What was once a Google Doc on my computer in the summer of 2020, when the president was running, then became legislative text that [then-Senate Majority Leader Chuck] Schumer and Speaker Pelosi, in partnership with the president and vice president, were able to get across the finish line.
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
The 2024 elections changed the composition of the Tennessee statehouse such that Governor Lee’s effort to enact universal school choice now appears likely to get across the finish line in 2025.
—Patrick Gleason, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Ten days on the training pitches with a clutch of friendly games enabled Nuno to get across his ideas and to forge an ‘us against the world’ mentality.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
That's why the amendment never got across the finish line.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
The 2024 elections changed the composition of the Tennessee statehouse such that Governor Lee’s effort to enact universal school choice now appears likely to get across the finish line in 2025.
—Patrick Gleason, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Ten days on the training pitches with a clutch of friendly games enabled Nuno to get across his ideas and to forge an ‘us against the world’ mentality.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
That's why the amendment never got across the finish line.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get across
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The reason for the independence, the Brookings Institution explains, is that politicians tend to want lower interest rates because lower rates stimulate the economy.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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If yes, please explain: Only at the misdemeanor level.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
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The system includes a clarifying shampoo, keratin treatment, and nourishing hair mask, each infused with hydrolyzed keratin and antioxidant-rich açaí and cacao to restore hydration, combat oxidative stress, and unveil a noticeably smoother, more manageable texture.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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While entrance fees are waived, the National Park Service has clarified that some reservation systems and amenity charges remain in effect.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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The series always made time for Midge’s (Rachel Brosnahan) inner life and personal relationships, illustrating how those factors affected her stage performance and overall life trajectory.—
Proma Khosla,
IndieWire,
27 Apr. 2025
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Use case studies and stories to illustrate your expertise, building social proof and authority.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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That call demonstrates, Parrish said, why fire departments and utility companies are cautious when working a gas leak.—
Laura Bauer,
Kansas City Star,
19 Apr. 2025
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Jack Moorhouse, a 19-year-old midfielder, has demonstrated an ability to pick up the ball and carry it up the pitch at youth level — an attribute sorely lacking among the first-team squad.—
Mark Critchley,
New York Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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The operation of Theranos and her role in it was extremely complicated and proving other forms of white collar crime could have been difficult for a jury to understand, but wire fraud simplifies the process.—
Steve Weisman,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Pope Francis made changes to simplify the rules around papal funerals last year, opting to use only one wooden coffin instead of three.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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First in the list of eligible expenses Den Hartog spelled out: computer hardware, internet access, other technology.—
Audrey Dutton,
ProPublica,
18 Apr. 2025
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This could certainly spell out a new tension between the head cheerleader and the head-down, hard-working cowboy as Lauren has just injured her shoulder, putting her dreams of a UT full-ride scholarship for cheer on hold.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Get across.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20across. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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