GETTING THROUGH (TO) Synonyms: 25 Similar Words

getting through (to)

verb

present participle of get through (to)

as in filling in

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The shampoo gently dissolves daily build-up, filling in cracks of damage to leave hair healthy, soft and supple while the rich, luxurious conditioner helps bring damaged hair back to life.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026
The fund now focuses on creating new programs to rethink rural health, instead of filling in financial gaps.

— Daniel Payne, STAT, 14 Sep. 2026

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