get
1 of 2verb/gɛt/
Forms:gets,getting,got,gotten
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to experience a specific condition, state, or action
A1- She got ready for the interview by researching the company.
- We should get organized before starting the project.
- They decided to get involved in community service.
- He got overwhelmed with emotions during the surprise party.
- I'm trying to get more comfortable with public speaking.
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to obtain something through chance, effort, or other means
transitive- Despite her qualifications, she hasn't been able to get a job in her field.
- It took a while for us to get the waiter's attention in the busy restaurant.
- I managed to get a copy of the rare book from the library.
- We need to get approval from the board before implementing the new policy.
- He got a rare autograph at the concert by waiting patiently backstage.
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to reach a specific place
- We'll need to get to the airport early to catch our flight.
- I got to the meeting just in time for the presentation.
- Despite the traffic, we managed to get to the theater before the show started.
- Let me know when you get to the office.
- I got home from work a little earlier than usual.
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used for saying that a particular thing exists or happens
transitive- In the desert, you get extreme temperatures during the day and cold nights.
- In coastal regions, they get mild temperatures and ocean breezes.
- In this neighborhood, you get a mix of different cultural influences.
- In certain neighborhoods, they still get reports of lead poisoning.
- In some regions, they still get outbreaks of malaria despite efforts to control it.
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to depart immediately
- After the argument, I told him to get and never come back.
- When the teacher caught the students cheating, she told them to get from the exam room.
- The manager had enough of the excuses and told the employee to get from the meeting.
- The annoyed customer asked the rude patron to get and stop causing a disturbance.
- The host told the unruly guests to get.
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to provoke a specific response or reaction
transitive- The thrilling plot twist in the movie always gets a gasp from the audience.
- His unexpected announcement got a surprised reaction from the crowd.
- The heartwarming ending of the story never fails to get a smile from readers.
- The shocking revelation in the documentary got a strong emotional response from viewers.
- The controversial statement in the speech got a mixed reaction from the audience.
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to receive or achieve a specific mark or grade in an exam
transitive- She got an 'A+' in the physics final exam.
- John got 75% in the history test.
- Did you get a passing grade in the calculus exam?
- They got high marks for their group project presentation.
- I got a 'B-' on the biology midterm.
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to receive money through selling something
transitive- You should get a decent amount for your antique furniture at the auction.
- We got $5,000 for the vintage camera we listed online.
- By selling your designer handbag, you could get around €700.
- If you sell your artwork at the gallery, you can expect to get a good sum.
- How much did you get for selling your old laptop?
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to reach a specific stage or point
- I've got as far as the third chapter in the novel
- I couldn't wait to get to the last episode of the TV series.
- Wait until we get to the section about space exploration.
- She got to the final level of the video game after hours of playing.
- They haven't gotten to the critical details in the discussion.
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to cause something to perform a specific action
- She couldn't get the computer to recognize the new printer.
- We got the car engine to run smoothly after some repairs.
- He struggled to get the remote control to operate the TV.
- We got the oven to bake evenly by adjusting the temperature.
- It took a while, but she finally got the old clock to tick again.
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to cover the cost of something for someone else
transitive- Don't reach for your wallet; I'll get the cab fare.
- I'll get the groceries this time; you got them last week.
- Allow me to get the entrance fee for the museum.
- It's on me.I'll get dinner tonight.
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to understand something by hearing it
transitive- I couldn't get what she said over the phone; the connection was poor.
- Sorry, I didn't get the last part of your question; could you repeat it?
- It was a noisy environment, and I couldn't get most of the conversation.
- Sorry, I didn't quite get your last name; could you tell me again?
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to receive payment for one's work or services
transitive- She gets a monthly salary of $3,000 for her administrative job.
- Writers may get royalties for each copy sold of their published books.
- The receptionist at the hotel gets $15 per hour for handling customer inquiries.
- Entry-level software developers get a minimum of $60,000 annually.
- The graphic designer gets $500 for each logo design project.
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to trick or deceive someone, often in a playful or lighthearted way
transitive- He got his friend by pretending to be someone else on the phone.
- You really got me with that fake lottery ticket; I thought I won!
- They got their colleague with a prank, making them believe the office was haunted.
- He got his roommate with a fake spider on their bed.
- She got her brother by pretending to be a ghost in the dark.
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(in baseball) to stop a player from advancing or scoring by catching the ball or tagging them
transitive- The first baseman stretched to make the catch and get the batter.
- The catcher's accurate throw to second base got the stealing player.
- The pitcher managed to get three batters in a row, securing a quick inning.
- The shortstop made a swift throw to first base to get the batter out.
- The outfielder's powerful throw to home plate got the advancing runner out.
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to win a prize in a competition
transitive- He got a gold medal in the swimming competition.
- They got the championship trophy for their outstanding performance.
- She got the grand prize in the photography contest.
- The team got the first-place ribbon in the relay race.
- He got the top spot in the chess tournament.
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to deliver or transport something or someone to a specific person or place.
transitive- I need to get the documents to the office before the deadline.
- Can you get this package to my friend's house on your way home?
- We must get the injured hiker to the rescue team as soon as possible.
- The courier will get the parcel to your doorstep by tomorrow.
- Please get these flowers to Sarah for her birthday.
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(of an illness or injury) to result in someone's death
transitive- The severe infection eventually got him, despite all efforts to treat it.
- The terminal cancer got her in the end, and she passed away peacefully.
- Unfortunately, the complications from the disease got the patient sooner than expected.
- In the late stages, the disease got him, and he succumbed to its effects.
- After battling cancer for months, it was a sudden infection that got her in the end.
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to deliver a particular level of performance or quality
transitive- The latest smartphone gets impressive battery life, lasting up to two days.
- The new software update gets faster processing speeds and improved efficiency.
- The solar panels on the roof get optimal energy production even in low light conditions.
- The car gets a top speed of 120 miles per hour.
- The vacuum cleaner gets outstanding suction power, making cleaning more efficient.
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to become aware of someone or something
transitive- Did you get the subtle hint she dropped during the conversation?
- Did you get the way he avoided making eye contact when talking about the topic?
- She got the subtle change in his tone and realized he was upset.
- Did you get the way she hesitated before answering the question?
- She got the way he subtly touched his wedding ring during the conversation.
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to commit to memory
transitive- I need to get the lines for the play before tomorrow's rehearsal.
- Did you get all the formulas for the math test?
- She got the lyrics to the song after listening to it a few times.
- Can you get the steps of the dance routine before the recital?
- I have to get the quotes for my presentation by heart.
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to suffer from an illness, injury, or pain
transitive- I got a stomachache from eating too much junk food.
- She got a severe headache after a long day at work.
- He got a persistent cough that lasted for weeks.
- I got a sudden stinging pain in my toe.
- He got an ache in his lower back.