1
as in to descend
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
I was getting down from the seaplane when a gust of wind swept away my hat
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2
as in to weigh down
to make sad
it's really getting him down that there does not seem to be one woman who will date him
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3
as in to sip
to take into the stomach through the mouth and throat
with her sore throat, liquids are the only thing she can get down
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Recent Examples of get down
The chia seed water is lighter and easier to get down.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
Slider took a little bit of time to get down and get some execution on.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
In the clip, they're seen walking by a pool before Mitchell gets down on one knee to propose.
—Jack Irvin, People.com, 11 July 2025
There’s still time to get down in the dirt and grow something delicious.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 July 2025
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
Slider took a little bit of time to get down and get some execution on.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
In the clip, they're seen walking by a pool before Mitchell gets down on one knee to propose.
—Jack Irvin, People.com, 11 July 2025
There’s still time to get down in the dirt and grow something delicious.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get down
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Riders descend the steep volcanic slope at speeds up to 40 miles per hour, wearing jumpsuits and goggles for protection.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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The company descended into a form of professional wrestling madness as storylines no longer made sense, with the curtain frequently pulled back to expose pro wrestling in a way that was heresy to many longtime fans.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Ultra-lightweight design: Weighs just 0.9 lb, moves freely without feeling weighed down.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
17 July 2025
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They are easily weighed down, especially after a rain, ending up on the ground.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 July 2025
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While sipping interest in bourbon, scotch and other spirits, neat or over ice, has long been common practice in the States, tequila’s popularity has more often centered around shots or cocktails.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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The finish is medium length, with lingering notes of nutmeg and soft rye spices—an excellent rye for cocktails or sipping neat.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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Dragoons followed in leather breeches and woolen gaiters, dismounted for the moment but hopeful of finding American horses ahead.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
13 June 2025
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Fixed an issue where players attempting to save and load during the 'Get on your mount' objective caused Rin to spawn dismounted and follow Yasuke on foot, blocking progression.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Travelers should also observe strict hygiene protocols, including frequent handwashing and avoiding individuals with symptoms such as sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or fever.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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Most infections occur when people swallow contaminated water or get it in an open wound.—
Christopher Cann,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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However, the set up casts light far beyond the highway, extending onto beaches even 12 miles away, including Little St. Simons and Sapelo.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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Earlier this week, McIntyre lit into Scott with some NSFW criticisms of the rapper, a sign that WWE’s relationship with Scott was on the ropes.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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And in response to rising rates of districts hiring uncertified teachers, which has troubled lawmakers, Texas would begin investing directly in teacher preparation and certification.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Researcher Manfred Kets de Vries found that the following three issues troubled them the most: The Talion principle.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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More Americans now use cannabis daily than drink alcohol every day.1 Public attitudes toward cannabis have shifted dramatically over the past decade, with some perceiving cannabis to be safer than alcohol.—
Fran Kritz,
Verywell Health,
14 July 2025
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Some factors can make drowning more likely, including not knowing how to swim, a lack of close supervision, not wearing a life jacket and drinking alcohol while recreating near or in water.—
Don Sweeney
July 14,
Sacbee.com,
14 July 2025
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“Get down.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20down. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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