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as in overcoming
to achieve a victory over
somehow, an inexperienced lawyer managed to get around the media giant's stable of high-priced legal eagles
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as in circumventing
to avoid having to comply with (something) especially through cleverness
somehow she managed to get around the rules for paying the sales tax on a car bought out of state
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as in spreading
to become known
word of the discovery of gold quickly got around
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as in avoiding
to get or keep away from (as a responsibility) through cleverness or trickery
their lawyer has spent months trying to get around certain restrictions in the contract
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Recent Examples of getting around
Mobility is big with not only self-driving vehicles but also with boats and drones and all sorts of other ways of getting around.
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Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
But then there are also ways to think about getting around that.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
There are, of course, some other factors to take into account, including any mobility issues that may make getting around a ship more difficult.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
It’s been predictably up and down for Cowan so far, but there’s no getting around the fact that the rookie’s minutes have been positive for the Leafs.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Get all the necessary gear for getting around at Coastal Urge or Riverside Outdoor Recreation, both of which offer bike rentals, plus kayak and paddleboard tours and rentals, as well as beach accessory rentals.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
It’s also equipped with swivel steering that makes getting around bulky furniture effortless.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
The plan to tap geothermal energy answered the key question of power provision, getting around Africa’s chronically weak grids with the green, baseload electricity required for digital infrastructure.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Still, there’s no getting around the fact McCarthy has otherwise been underwhelming, completing 59% of his passes for 301 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions in two starts.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 22 Sep. 2025
Austin American Statesman, 5 Jan. 2026
But then there are also ways to think about getting around that.
—Greg Carannante, Sun Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
There are, of course, some other factors to take into account, including any mobility issues that may make getting around a ship more difficult.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Nov. 2025
It’s been predictably up and down for Cowan so far, but there’s no getting around the fact that the rookie’s minutes have been positive for the Leafs.
—Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Get all the necessary gear for getting around at Coastal Urge or Riverside Outdoor Recreation, both of which offer bike rentals, plus kayak and paddleboard tours and rentals, as well as beach accessory rentals.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 17 Oct. 2025
It’s also equipped with swivel steering that makes getting around bulky furniture effortless.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
The plan to tap geothermal energy answered the key question of power provision, getting around Africa’s chronically weak grids with the green, baseload electricity required for digital infrastructure.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2025
Still, there’s no getting around the fact McCarthy has otherwise been underwhelming, completing 59% of his passes for 301 yards, two touchdowns and three interceptions in two starts.
—John Shipley, Twin Cities, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for getting around
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The team overcoming those injuries defined the season.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The search company has been on the rise after putting together the pieces for its AI comeback and overcoming key regulatory hurdles last year.—
Jennifer Elias,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
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Businesses with links to the IRGC became Iran’s sanction-circumventing apparatus, controlling imports, managing currency exchanges, and monopolizing access to restricted goods.—
Narges Bajoghli,
Time,
13 Jan. 2026
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Of course, circumventing the legislature is not a Trumpian innovation.—
Idrees Kahloon,
The Atlantic,
3 Jan. 2026
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In short, those spreading the lie that more high-rise construction and less preservation are the keys to solving our affordability crisis are the same people who are building market-rate housing that only the super wealthy can afford.—
Michael S. Hiller,
New York Daily News,
13 Jan. 2026
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Last week, the grandmother learned that the disease had become terminal after spreading to her brain and lungs, WIFR reported.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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Like similar faux fur styles, the brand recommends avoiding frequent washing to maintain their plush texture.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
16 Jan. 2026
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Cutting down on caffeine after lunchtime, avoiding (or limiting) naps, and engaging in a relaxing bedtime routine can all aid in the process too—as will patience.—
Rebecca Fearn,
SELF,
15 Jan. 2026
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Matt Bryant kicks a 49-yard field goal with 8 seconds left and the Atlanta Falcons bounce back after blowing a 20-point lead in the fourth quarter, defeating Seattle 30-28 in an NFC divisional playoff game.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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Fortunately, Pep Guardiola’s side had a similarly testing tie, defeating League One Exeter City 10-1.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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Critics, however, warn the technology is not yet ready for widespread deployment and that bypassing regulatory steps set by states and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration could lead to more traffic violations or potentially life-threatening crashes.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Jan. 2026
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In March, after one boy returned home with significant new injuries, his mother called Littleton Public School officials directly — bypassing The Joshua School — and asked to review surveillance footage of the bus ride.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
8 Jan. 2026
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Videos circulating on social media appeared to show a U-Haul truck moving quickly through a dense crowd as people screamed.—
Sophia Compton,
FOXNews.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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The modern digital landscape is dominated by warring platforms and constantly changing monetization schemes, leaving the average consumer with a daily scroll permeated by ads, slop, and the same six viral videos that have been circulating for years.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
11 Jan. 2026
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The Union City man who was allegedly driving the getaway vehicle was also booked on suspicion of evading police with disregard to public safety and fleeing police in opposite lanes of traffic.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
14 Jan. 2026
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Until now, the plaintiffs had effectively accused Wexner of evading service.—
Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Getting around.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/getting%20around. Accessed 18 Jan. 2026.
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