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as in mastered
to acquire complete knowledge, understanding, or skill in
I'm not sure I ever got the new math
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as in caught
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 sired
to become the father of
Abraham was quite old when he got Isaac, his only son
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as in convinced
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 found
to come upon after searching, study, or effort
redid the math problem until I got the right answer
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as in annoyed
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 became
to eventually have as a state or quality
it's going to get colder as winter approaches
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as in won
to receive as return for effort
got an A on his final paper
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as in knew
to have a clear idea of
she was speaking so fast—did you get what she said?
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as in grabbed
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 moved
to leave a place often for another
will get away to the Bahamas for a vacation
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as in took
to achieve a victory over
you may have won this game, but I'll get you next time
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as in contacted
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 assassinated
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 puzzled
to throw into a state of mental uncertainty
what gets me is why she would do such a weird thing
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Recent Examples of got
The show got underway outdoors at Borough Hall with a handful of guests and many more onlookers (the runway was raised, which was a nice touch).
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2025
The actress got her start on PBS' Barney & Friends in 2002.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
But given that Severance was the overall nomination leader with 27 nods, a loss in Outstanding Drama Series gives the impression that voters got cold feet about naming it TV’s top drama.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
Shrader got a second chance to attempt the field goal after missing a 60-yard try on the previous play where Broncos linebacker Dondrea Tillman was flagged for a 15-yard personal-foul leverage penalty.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Big-ticket tech just got friendlier to your wallet, thanks to Best Buy Deals.
—PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Gowrie went back to school and got a master’s degree in brewing and distilling at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh.
—John Kell, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Needing a touchdown, the Panthers never got closer than the Arizona 33.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
Police reported the suspect got into an awaiting black SUV driven by a second suspect, and the pair fled the scene.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
José Criales-Unzueta, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2025
The actress got her start on PBS' Barney & Friends in 2002.
—Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025
But given that Severance was the overall nomination leader with 27 nods, a loss in Outstanding Drama Series gives the impression that voters got cold feet about naming it TV’s top drama.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2025
Shrader got a second chance to attempt the field goal after missing a 60-yard try on the previous play where Broncos linebacker Dondrea Tillman was flagged for a 15-yard personal-foul leverage penalty.
—The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
Big-ticket tech just got friendlier to your wallet, thanks to Best Buy Deals.
—PC Magazine, 15 Sep. 2025
Gowrie went back to school and got a master’s degree in brewing and distilling at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh.
—John Kell, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
Needing a touchdown, the Panthers never got closer than the Arizona 33.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 Sep. 2025
Police reported the suspect got into an awaiting black SUV driven by a second suspect, and the pair fled the scene.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for got
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In other words, Kershaw has mastered the art of run prevention.—
Wayne G. McDonnell,
Forbes.com,
20 Sep. 2025
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When Takeshi had mastered math, his father invited other local kids to their house for tutoring.—
Shawn Price,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Of those three, Turner was the only one to finish the season without being caught.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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French university Sciences Po threatened expulsion for students caught using the technology.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The brother lions sired several cubs over their long reign at the zoo.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Iraq became proof that the model would work across the region, with Hezbollah serially midwifing the proxies that Iran sired.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
2 Sep. 2025
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Wall Street and global economists are convinced that the AI boom — the rise of platforms and software tools that allow users to have human-like interactions with computing devices — will drive the next great productivity and innovation wave.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
21 Sep. 2025
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However, many experts weren’t convinced by this idea.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Sep. 2025
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Best known for its custom furniture and traditional-leaning aesthetic, The Inside, like Havenly, was also female-founded.—
Amanda Lauren,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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Ermiya Fanaeian, a transgender woman of color and formerly a diversity director at the University of Utah, founded AQSLC after parting ways with the Pink Pistols, an LGBT organization advocating in support of firearm safety and bearing arms as a means of self-defense.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
17 Sep. 2025
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Margot’s father still annoyed them from time to time.—
Josh Davis,
Fortune,
17 Sep. 2025
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Everyone Lee comes into contact with is at minimum annoyed with him most of the time, if not outright hating him.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
4 Sep. 2025
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Researchers found that these cells became hyperactive, burning through their energy reserves and losing their ability to rest, a crucial trait for long-term regeneration.—
Pranjal Malewar,
New Atlas,
20 Sep. 2025
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At its heart was the tension between legendary performer Rayna Jaymes (Connie Britton) and newcomer Juliette Barnes (Hayden Panettiere), but Nashville quickly became an ensemble powerhouse, blending soapy twists and electric musical performances.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Sep. 2025
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The Seattle Mariners’ 6-4 win Saturday gave them a two-game lead in the American League West, a division the Astros have won in each of the past seven 162-game seasons.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
21 Sep. 2025
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The Buckeyes, currently ranked third overall, hosted the game and won 14-7.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Sep. 2025
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“Got.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/got. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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