1
as in to cope
to meet one's day-to-day needs
most college students can get along with just a few hours of sleep at night
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2
as in to progress
to move forward along a course
the preparations for the party are getting along just fine
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Recent Examples of get along
Take note of whether your new hire can demonstrate genuineness, humility, curiosity, and the ability to get along with others.
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Jason Walker Psyd, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Staying sober and getting along while trying to nab a killer is no picnic, but this amateur detective duo pulls it off with wit, style and plenty of laughs.
Singapore 1947.
—Liza Tully, People.com, 6 July 2025
But mother and daughter did not get along, and soon Paola ended up alone.
—Sol Amaya, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
While most dogs can be trained to live with other canines, those that belong to the same breed have a higher chance of getting along.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
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Jason Walker Psyd, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Staying sober and getting along while trying to nab a killer is no picnic, but this amateur detective duo pulls it off with wit, style and plenty of laughs.
Singapore 1947.
—Liza Tully, People.com, 6 July 2025
But mother and daughter did not get along, and soon Paola ended up alone.
—Sol Amaya, CNN Money, 5 July 2025
While most dogs can be trained to live with other canines, those that belong to the same breed have a higher chance of getting along.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get along
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With over 660 comments on the viral TikTok video, internet users can't cope with Nicole's way of cheering up her granddog.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 July 2025
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This includes positive coping strategies such as reframing negative thoughts, practicing grounding techniques and seeking professional mental health support.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The country had turned against Argentine manager Gerardo ‘Tata’ Martino and there was little hope that the CONCACAF giants would progress from Group C that featured Poland, Argentina and Saudi Arabia.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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From there, Glenn climbed the ladder, progressing from assistant defensive backs coach for the Browns to defensive backs coach for the Saints, to Lions’ defensive coordinator in 2021.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
23 July 2025
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The Great Lakes freighter sank — one of the largest on Lake Superior ever to do so — during a violent November storm in 1975 while carrying Minnesota ore.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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In the clips, which appear to have been taken during Prince Louis' 7th birthday shoot done by photographer Josh Shinner, George and Charlotte lift up Louis in one adorable moment, as the trio giggle, hold hands and pose on a gate in other cute shots.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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Also Monday, the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to proceed with mass layoffs at another agency – the Department of Education – for now.—
Rene Marsh,
CNN Money,
15 July 2025
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The court split along ideological lines on Monday, with the conservative majority clearing the way for the Trump administration to proceed with plans to lay off some 1,400 employees at the Department of Education (DOE).—
Amanda Castro
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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While dwarf varieties of foxglove (Digitalis spp.) will often get by without staking, taller types tend to become top-heavy.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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The company sold enough to get by, but the Curly Kit marked its first major success.—
Kelli María Korducki,
thehustle.co,
11 July 2025
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In videos from the scene, police officers are seen restraining people on the ground and making arrests as dozens of people march across the bridge from Cincinnati.—
Quinlan Bentley,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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The friend who spoke to CNN said relatives later told him the captives were marched 200 meters to Tishreen Square, where they were lined up and executed.—
Sarah Dewberry,
CNN Money,
22 July 2025
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The Padres got on the board in the third when Arráez singled home Martin Maldonado, who had doubled and advanced to third on a wild pitch.—
Steve Gorten,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
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There sure was plenty to like for the Twins, from all the walks to Christian Vázquez driving in three runs — his first RBIs since June 8 — to Correa getting on base four times, including three times to lead off an inning.—
Betsy Helfand,
Twin Cities,
23 July 2025
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On the other hand, far more controversial CEOs such as Adam Neumann at WeWork and Dennis Kozlowski at Tyco made out lavishly, misappropriating funds from their corporate treasuries while steering their companies into the ground.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
10 July 2025
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The wedding cake featuring a large creation of Boo, the couple's dog which was made out of sugar.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
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