get around
Third Person
gets around
Present Participle
getting around
Past Tense
got around
Past Participle
gotten around
1
to persuade someone or something to agree to what one wants, often by doing things they like
transitive
- Sarah knows how to get around her parents and convince them to extend her curfew.
- He can easily get around his colleagues and get them to help with his projects.
- Teens can be quite adept at getting around their teachers and avoiding homework.
- By being persistent and charming, he got around the committee and secured their approval.
- The charity organization is skilled at getting around donors and securing contributions.
2
(of information, news, or rumors) to spread or circulate
- Word tends to get around quickly in a small town.
- The gossip about their relationship troubles got around the office, causing a lot of speculation.
- The news of the upcoming sale got around, and soon, there was a line of eager shoppers outside the store.
- The mayor's decision to increase taxes quickly got around the town, sparking discussions and concerns among the residents.
- Once the video went viral, it got around various online platforms, garnering millions of views.
3
to move or travel from one place to another
- In the city, it's easy to get around using public transportation.
- In the congested city, people often use bicycles to get around quickly and avoid traffic.
- They decided to rent a car to get around and explore the beautiful countryside during their vacation.
- Elderly individuals may face challenges in getting around, so accessible public transportation is essential.
- We used a map to get around the unfamiliar neighborhood.
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4
to find a way to overcome a problem or obstacle
transitive
- Students should be resourceful and get around the challenges of remote learning.
- He always finds a way to get around traffic jams using alternative routes.
- We’ll have to get around the weather if we want to finish the construction on time.
- She always knows how to get around the strict office policies.
- He got around the issue by suggesting a different approach.
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5
to engage in social activities or interactions
- The social butterfly in the group is always eager to get around, introducing everyone to new acquaintances at gatherings.
- Ever since she retired, Jane has been getting around more, attending art classes, and joining clubs to stay active.
- The retirees in the community center enjoy getting around, participating in dances, game nights, and group outings.
- They love to get around and meet new people at social events.
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6
to move past an obstacle or barrier
transitive
- The determined hiker managed to get around the fallen tree and continue the trail.
- To reach the garden, you need to get around the tall fence.
- If you encounter a closed bridge, you'll have to figure out how to get around it.
- The determined hiker skillfully got around the rocky terrain.
7
to have romantic or sexual relationships with multiple people, often without commitment
- He has a reputation for getting around with different partners.
- She's not one to settle down; she likes to get around and have fun.
- Don't believe the rumors; just because he gets around a lot doesn't mean he's not serious when he finds the right person.
- In college, he was known to get around, but he's more focused on a serious relationship now.