Synonyms of get
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as in to learn 
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as in to catch
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as in to produce
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as in to convince
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as in to find
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as in to annoy
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as in to become
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as in to earn
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as in to know
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as in to grab
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as in to move
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as in to overcome
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as in to contact
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as in to assassinate
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as in to confuse
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as in offspring
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as in to learn
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I'm not sure I ever got the new math
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as in to catch
to become affected with (a disease or disorder)
don't cough on me—I don't want to get your cold
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as in to convince
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
tried to get the mayor to let us stage the concert in the town square, but she refused
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as in to find
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
redid the math problem until I got the right answer
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as in to annoy
to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts
continuously clearing your throat like that is starting to get to me
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as in to earn
to receive as return for effort
got an A on his final paper
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as in to know
to have a clear idea of
she was speaking so fast—did you get what she said?
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as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
the defense tackled the running back and got the ball
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as in to move
to leave a place often for another
will get away to the Bahamas for a vacation
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as in to overcome
to achieve a victory over
you may have won this game, but I'll get you next time
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as in to contact
to transmit information or requests to
I've been trying all day, but I can't get either of them in order to ask the question
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as in to assassinate
to put to death deliberately
"I'll get you if you talk to the cops," the loan shark warned
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as in to confuse
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
what gets me is why she would do such a weird thing
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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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Recent Examples of get
Mike Catalini, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
His parents weren't totally aware of his unusual spot to get a few hours of rest.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 13 June 2025
Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 1 May 2025
The addition of Hitchcock movies to Netflix is a big get, as Netflix historically has lacked a healthy amount of films prior to 1960 when compared to other streamers like Max.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2025
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Attorneys with clients inside Delaney Hall have had calls canceled and weren’t able to get inside the facility Friday, according to Araceti Argueta, a spokesperson for the American Friends Service Committee, a nonprofit that represents immigrants.
—Mike Catalini, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
His parents weren't totally aware of his unusual spot to get a few hours of rest.
—Marina Watts, People.com, 13 June 2025
Noun
Between that, his physical frame being NBA-ready and his intel all coming back very positively even in the face of a tough season at Rutgers, Harper is very well-positioned, and this would be a massive get for a Utah team that needs a backcourt of the future.
—Sam Vecenie, New York Times, 1 May 2025
The addition of Hitchcock movies to Netflix is a big get, as Netflix historically has lacked a healthy amount of films prior to 1960 when compared to other streamers like Max.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get
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However, like getting abs or learning TikTok dances, a certain amount of effort must be invested to get anything worthwhile out of it.—
Anna Pulley,
Chicago Tribune,
5 June 2025
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Ginny, who winds up pregnant after striking up a romance with Wolfe (Ty Doran) from her poetry class, decides to terminate her pregnancy shortly after learning of her condition, and her mom is completely on board with whatever her daughter wants.—
Julia Moore,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Fans lined up early and made signs to catch a glimpse of the future star.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2025
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On his Instagram Stories, Brady gave fans a glimpse into the father-son duo's time on the water, alongside a selfie of them catching some rays.—
Hannah Sacks,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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Most hydrogen is currently produced using fossil fuels.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
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Elsewhere, however, his forays have produced mixed results, including in his native India.—
Anu Raghunathan,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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The Miami Herald reported in January that FAU in Palm Beach County was considered the Trump favorite, with FIU hoping to convince the president’s camp that Miami-Dade County’s global appeal, proximity to the Trump Doral resort and newly red politics made FIU the better pick.—
Douglas Hanks,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 June 2025
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The teenager scored two goals in the match and produced another memorable performance which has perhaps convinced even more people of his Ballon d’Or credentials.—
Ben Church,
CNN Money,
6 June 2025
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Fears that a serial killer is at large were reignited by the recent discovery of a body in a Texas lake, where 19 corpses have been found over the past three years.—
Sophie Clark,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Stay away from open fields, hill summits, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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The comedy as a second-class sibling to the drama is a notion that has annoyed the people who make television comedies for years.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
7 June 2025
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In some cases, that will be obvious: You’ll get annoyed by weird or loud noises and odors, notice your energy bill has skyrocketed, or spot signs of a leak.—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
3 June 2025
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So Ait-Nouri has become one of Wolves’ most dangerous attacking threats and one of the most potent defenders in the Premier League in attacking areas.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
6 June 2025
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Similarly, Musk’s political brand has become a liability.—
Jeffrey Sonnenfeld,
Time,
6 June 2025
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It is earned—through trust, through transparency, and through service.—
Matthew Scogin,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The on-stage band from Buena Vista Social Club earned an award and Stranger Things: The First Shadow took home a special effects prize.—
Melissa Locker,
Time,
9 June 2025
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“Get.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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