Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for got back (at)
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On that day, Israel struck Beirut, and Iran retaliated by firing missiles at Israel.
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Hezbollah has called the recent strikes a ceasefire violation but has not retaliated.
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Utilization, on the other hand, shows what percentage of eligible expenses are being reimbursed—a far more meaningful metric.
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DeSantis said Florida will be reimbursed for the cost of Alligator Alcatraz, although the timeline for that is uncertain.
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The Trevians were eliminated by Lane Tech in the sectional final last season but avenged that loss in the sectional semifinals this season.
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The Dream drop to 4-2 on the season while Minnesota avenged their home opener loss and improved to 5-2.
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If the state collected more than $29 million each year, the overage was to be refunded to the casinos and licensed gaming companies.
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The sides are now headed to court, and the campers want to either return to the campground under their old agreements or be refunded.
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“Got back (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/got%20back%20%28at%29. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
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