as in powerhouse
an ambitious person who eagerly goes after what is desired
a go-getter with his sights set on the presidency
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Recent Examples of go-getter
Norvell saw characteristics in the right go-getters early on.
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Chris Vannini, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Advertisement This go-getter attitude and ability to think on the fly was key to launching Tinder as a popular dating tool on campuses.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
This means they enjoy being surrounded by go-getters (those who can assert themselves and be unapologetic about doing so).
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 Sep. 2025
Toward the middle of the month, your celestial ruler, Venus, will dance with go-getter Mars in your sign, turning up your charm and come-hither energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
With go-getter Mars moving through your sixth house of routines and due diligence, your schedule, health or work environment requires serious attention.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Michael Musto, a former Village Voice writer, described Donald as a slick go-getter who once worked at a Chelsea gay bar called Splash.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 4 Aug. 2025
Jeri Robinson, the current president of Boston Public Schools' School Committee, said Milwaukee is getting a go-getter and someone who will work hard for children and families.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
Ariel Calhoun, 18, shot and killed in 2023 Ariel Calhoun: Woman, 18, was ambitious go-getter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Chris Vannini, New York Times, 8 Oct. 2025
Advertisement This go-getter attitude and ability to think on the fly was key to launching Tinder as a popular dating tool on campuses.
—Barry Levitt, Time, 19 Sep. 2025
This means they enjoy being surrounded by go-getters (those who can assert themselves and be unapologetic about doing so).
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 18 Sep. 2025
Toward the middle of the month, your celestial ruler, Venus, will dance with go-getter Mars in your sign, turning up your charm and come-hither energy.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
With go-getter Mars moving through your sixth house of routines and due diligence, your schedule, health or work environment requires serious attention.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Michael Musto, a former Village Voice writer, described Donald as a slick go-getter who once worked at a Chelsea gay bar called Splash.
—Rebecca White, New York Daily News, 4 Aug. 2025
Jeri Robinson, the current president of Boston Public Schools' School Committee, said Milwaukee is getting a go-getter and someone who will work hard for children and families.
—Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 15 July 2025
Ariel Calhoun, 18, shot and killed in 2023 Ariel Calhoun: Woman, 18, was ambitious go-getter.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for go-getter
powerhouse
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And unlike pricier Dyson or Shark models, this lightweight powerhouse covers all the same bases for $150—now 25% off ahead of Black Friday.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Oct. 2025
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Not That Deep Tour — an electric, celebratory energy that weaves in her new dance-pop bangers with her enduring hits and signature powerhouse vocals, guaranteeing that everyone will be on their feet dancing the entire show.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Go-getter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/go-getter. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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