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as in learns
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I'm not sure I ever got the new math
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2
as in catches
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
don't cough on me—I don't want to get your cold
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as in produces
to become the father of
Abraham was quite old when he got Isaac, his only son
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as in convinces
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
tried to get the mayor to let us stage the concert in the town square, but she refused
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as in finds
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
redid the math problem until I got the right answer
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as in annoys
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
continuously clearing your throat like that is starting to get to me
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7
as in becomes
to eventually have as a state or quality
it's going to get colder as winter approaches
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as in earns
to receive as return for effort
got an A on his final paper
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9
as in knows
to have a clear idea of
she was speaking so fast—did you get what she said?
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as in grabs
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
the defense tackled the running back and got the ball
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as in departs
to leave a place often for another
will get away to the Bahamas for a vacation
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as in overcomes
to achieve a victory over
you may have won this game, but I'll get you next time
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as in reaches
to transmit information or requests to
I've been trying all day, but I can't get either of them in order to ask the question
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as in assassinates
to put to death deliberately
"I'll get you if you talk to the cops," the loan shark warned
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as in confuses
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
what gets me is why she would do such a weird thing
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Recent Examples of gets
So who gets the political heat, so to speak, for the cost of electricity?
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Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The menu gets creative with dishes like Thai shrimp curry with plantains, but the star remains its signature bobó de lagosta, a rich lobster stew and northeastern classic.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Named as our favorite vacuum on Amazon, cordless brand Levoit’s newest cleaner gets high praise from associate commerce director Lori Keong for its ease of assembly and powerful and versatile cleaning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
At the center of the lawsuit is who gets the blame when children have access to guns and carry out school shootings, which continue to plague the country.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
And a bathtub gets its moment too.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Having my husband looking out for me and me for him keeps me focused when the schedule gets heavy.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Father Thornton records the entire process as part of his work for the Vatican, which gets scarier by the minute; hands blaze with fire, children's voices sing in cellars, evil nuns run about, and flashlights reveal satanic images in the dark.
—Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Tax planning gets trickier, and some people may consider restructuring their accounts or investment strategies.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Tom Rogers, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The menu gets creative with dishes like Thai shrimp curry with plantains, but the star remains its signature bobó de lagosta, a rich lobster stew and northeastern classic.
—Carla Vianna, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2025
Named as our favorite vacuum on Amazon, cordless brand Levoit’s newest cleaner gets high praise from associate commerce director Lori Keong for its ease of assembly and powerful and versatile cleaning.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2025
At the center of the lawsuit is who gets the blame when children have access to guns and carry out school shootings, which continue to plague the country.
—Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
And a bathtub gets its moment too.
—Baz Bamigboye, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025
Having my husband looking out for me and me for him keeps me focused when the schedule gets heavy.
—Shirley Halperin, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Father Thornton records the entire process as part of his work for the Vatican, which gets scarier by the minute; hands blaze with fire, children's voices sing in cellars, evil nuns run about, and flashlights reveal satanic images in the dark.
—Michael Lee Simpson, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Tax planning gets trickier, and some people may consider restructuring their accounts or investment strategies.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gets
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Zoë officially takes over Sarah's investigation into Dinah and learns a few key details, including that the gas main had been shut off for years.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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Smart Schedule learns your preferred temperatures, responds to your preferences over time, and can provide suggestions—rather than automatic updates—based on your usage patterns.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Nov. 2025
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Alphonse Pierre’s Off the Dome column covers songs, mixtapes, albums, scenes, snippets, movies, Meek Mill tweets, fashion trends—and anything else that catches his attention.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
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Helm catches glimpses of the humans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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Ross O’Connor produces alongside Noah Lang and Blackhurst through Witchcraft Motion Picture Company, with Set Point Entertainment, Grim Discoveries, Gentile Entertainment Group, Monarque Entertainment and Mama Bear Studios attached.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
7 Nov. 2025
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Foundational to this style is the traditional use of hand modeling in clay, creating life-size models of the shapes and surfaces of the vehicles Mazda produces.—
Brett Berk,
Robb Report,
7 Nov. 2025
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Tormented by visions of the Grabber and her deceased mother, Gwen convinces Finney to join her at a Christian youth camp where their mom once worked.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
20 Oct. 2025
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In the finale, Kate ultimately convinces Trowbridge to pour cement over the Russian sub.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
18 Oct. 2025
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My son finds me at the edge of the pool with a second drink, working through the Sunday crossword on my phone.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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The film follows poets Andrea Gibson and Megan Falley as their love deepens, and the couple finds newfound appreciation for the preciousness of life after a terminal illness diagnosis.—
Addie Morfoot,
Variety,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ask yourself what annoys you specifically about that behavior, Davis says.—
NPR,
NPR,
28 Oct. 2025
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There are days when my running annoys my wife, my children, or my colleagues.—
Nicholas Thompson,
The Atlantic,
23 Oct. 2025
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If the sky becomes threatening and thunder can be heard, find a safe place to shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Nov. 2025
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The biopic stars Ben Foster as the trainer who becomes her abusive husband.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Nov. 2025
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That’s an excellent benefit for a no-annual-fee credit card that earns points that transfer to a long list of partners like Air Canada Aeroplan, Alaska Atmos Rewards and United MileagePlus.—
Harlan Vaughn,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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The Nashville native — daughter of Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Paul Overstreet, who penned hits of his own and for many others beginning in the 1980s — earns her first top 10 on Country Airplay as a writer.—
Russ Penuell,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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“Gets.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gets. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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