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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Recent Examples of get
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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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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 There will be buy-one-get-one-free small burritos all day, free samples and raffles, a DJ and the chance to win free tacos for a year. John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 8 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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  • According to authorities, officers canvassed the area, learned Curtis had fled into a nearby home, and secured the area while detectives obtained a search warrant.
    Doug Myers, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • The workshops include all ingredients and participants learn skills such as cutting and folding meats, placement and spacing for jams and honeys.
    Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 31 July 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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  • Originally opened as the Lord Balfour Hotel, the property later became the Wave Hotel from 2000 to 2011 before returning to its original name after a renovation.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026
  • Smith became the sports director at the ABC affiliate in San Diego following his playing career and was co-host of a long-running radio show while covering college and professional football for national TV broadcast.
    ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
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  • Jonathan Sirois made nine saves to earn his first clean sheet of the season as FC Dallas played LA Galaxy to a scoreless draw on Saturday night.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Despite earning a world title shot, Femi chose to challenge Lesnar inside Hell in a Cell to settle their score.
    Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

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“Get.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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