Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for got back (at)
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California and Virginia lawmakers were among those who retaliated by redrawing districts to help Democrats.—
Michael Van Sickler,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026 -
Court documents show Bevers alleged the city retaliated against him after his reports on the city’s procurement process revealed instances of wasteful spending.—
Devyani Chhetri,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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For years, the county has been reimbursed $88 per day, when the actual cost to taxpayers is $180.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 Feb. 2026
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The Connecticut company was reimbursed $1,062 from the bank and reported to police that the rest was deemed a loss.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
10 Feb. 2026
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That avenged the Timberwolves’ 47-44 loss to the Royals in last season’s tourney final.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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On Thursday night, Texas women's basketball avenged one of its only losses.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Feb. 2026
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Once the home is rehabilitated, Habitat would sell it at an affordable price and the city would be refunded by Habitat.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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The theater also said that class fees and ticket purchases will be automatically refunded to students and patrons within the next seven to 10 days.—
Chris Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Feb. 2026
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“Got back (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/got%20back%20%28at%29. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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