Definition of getnext
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as in to produce
to become the father of Abraham was quite old when he got Isaac, his only son

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as in to become
to eventually have as a state or quality it's going to get colder as winter approaches

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as in offspring
the descendants of a person, animal, or plant in some animal species, a new mate will refuse to raise another male's get

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got

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past tense of get
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as in sired
to become the father of Abraham was quite old when he got Isaac, his only son

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as in became
to eventually have as a state or quality it's going to get colder as winter approaches

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Additionally, Alvarez’s chances to hit a home run will get a pick-me-up from playing at home. Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026 The pads were on and coaches, fans and media members got the first real look at multiple position battles on the offensive and defensive lines. Dominick Williams, Kansas City Star, 4 Aug. 2026
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The restaurant chain will also offer buy-one-get-one-free hot dogs through July 31. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 15 July 2026 With that in mind, modern hot dog chain Dog Haus is keeping the hot dog party going by giving away free dogs this month with the restaurant offering a buy-one-get-one-free special through July 31. Richard Guzman, Daily News, 13 July 2026
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While other plot details have mostly been kept under wraps, fans got their first glimpse at the movie when the first trailer was released in April. Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026 But things got interesting when Arizona Diamondbacks center fielder Tim Tawa attempted a bunt on a 0-1 pitch from Williams in the frame. Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for get
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  • Homeschool enrichment programs allow homeschooled students to participate in public school activities and learning part-time.
    Olivia Young, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • In May, Sydney learned her cancer had spread and was present in her peritoneum, which is the lining of the abdomen and pelvis, per the Cleveland Clinic.
    Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 6 Aug. 2026
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  • While browsing for antiques, an eye caught the eyes of David and Nan Skier.
    Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Gable suplexed Penta into the corner and went for a flying headbutt, but Penta caught him in an armbar, busting Gable’s shoulder.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
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  • However, excess nitrogen can also cause crepe myrtles to produce lots of leaves and minimal flowers.
    Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Series is created and written by Brennan and executive produced by Murphy, Brennan, Max Winkler, Eric Kovtun, Scott Robertson, Louise Shore, Nissa Diederich, Todd Kubrak, Carl Franklin and Tanase Popa.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 4 Aug. 2026
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  • From there, the episode’s mommy-issues plot thickens as the real Alicent does show up at Harrenhal and Alys tries (and fails) to convince Aemond his mother is not there to help him.
    Jennifer Maas, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Reports suggest Torres feels unappreciated and has been convinced by Luis Enrique to move to the French capital.
    Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
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  • Packable, walkable, comfortable—three keywords to bookmark when shopping for a travel sandal, though finding all of them in one pair can be a journey of its own.
    Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026
  • If found not guilty due to a lack of criminal responsibility, she would be committed to a state mental health facility.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
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  • Tiesi, appearing to be annoyed, received a video call from him seconds later.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026
  • Andreu Martínez of Spain humorously said in July 2024 that the use of squirt guns was to annoy the tourists a bit.
    Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 25 July 2026
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  • Typically, a company will instill a 180-day lockup period before pre-IPO shares become eligible to trade.
    John Towfighi, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
  • At Montauk Yacht Club, where the docks became home to Camp FFF for a couple of days, entrepreneurs traded war stories over panels, games of tug-of-war and dinners curated by chef-in-residence Alison Roman.
    Amy Francombe, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026
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  • Gausman earned a high-five and slap on the back from manager Craig Counsell in the dugout after his night ended.
    Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2026
  • After a disastrous road trip and traumatic trade deadline, Washington earned a feel-good victory.
    Noah White, Washington Post, 8 Aug. 2026

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