Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for got back (at)
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Both players alleged they had been bullied and retaliated against by Flacks since the conclusion of the Weaver Patterson investigation.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
12 Sep. 2025 -
Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Cole Skinner could have easily retaliated against the Florida’s Brendan Bett for spitting at him last week in Gainesville.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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This perk allows you to be reimbursed for expenses relating to the delay, like meals, clothing, toiletries and even lodging.—
David McMillin,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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States’ restitution penalties are established to deter poaching, but also to ensure the wildlife agency is reimbursed for the loss of a poached trophy animal.—
Andrew McKean,
Outdoor Life,
11 Sep. 2025
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The Mustangs avenged their 27-24 defeat against the Highlanders, which came in the opening round of the 2024 CIF SS Division 3 playoffs.—
Lou Ponsi,
Oc Register,
13 Sep. 2025
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With a 1-0 win over Cape Ann League rival Ipswich Monday evening, unbeaten Manchester Essex (3-0) avenged its upset loss to the Tigers (1-1) in last year’s Div.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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Bet on any player to score the first touchdown in tonight's Vikings-Bears game and get your stake refunded in cash if your player scores second instead.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
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Billions of dollars in trade duties may potentially need to be refunded to businesses as trade deals struck by the White House with other nations are thrown into question.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
2 Sep. 2025
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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 16 Sep. 2025.
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