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as in to cope
to meet one's day-to-day needs
despite his new job's low pay, he was still getting on
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as in to do
to move forward along a course
find out how the marketing department is getting on with the new ad campaign
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Recent Examples of get on
Despite losing starting quarterback Riley Leonard to an injury on the drive, Notre Dame ended the 13-play, 52-yard possession with a field goal to get on the board before halftime.
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Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
Musiala is happy in Munich, enjoys playing for Bayern and gets on well with everyone at the club.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
While political observers are mixed on whether the decision was solely driven by Trump, many agree the move shows Zuckerberg is trying to get on the right side of power following his tumultuous relationship with the president-elect.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
Outlook: Williams could not get on the field at a crowded position, featuring starters Knijeah Harris and Damieon George and reserves Bryce Lovett, Roderick Kearney and Kam Waites each receiving meaningful snaps.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025
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Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
Musiala is happy in Munich, enjoys playing for Bayern and gets on well with everyone at the club.
—The Athletic Uk Staff, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
While political observers are mixed on whether the decision was solely driven by Trump, many agree the move shows Zuckerberg is trying to get on the right side of power following his tumultuous relationship with the president-elect.
—Miranda Nazzaro, The Hill, 7 Jan. 2025
Outlook: Williams could not get on the field at a crowded position, featuring starters Knijeah Harris and Damieon George and reserves Bryce Lovett, Roderick Kearney and Kam Waites each receiving meaningful snaps.
—Edgar Thompson, Orlando Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025
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Here are some tips for coping and managing pain:201819 Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, such as Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen), about 20 to 30 minutes before the procedure can reduce cramping and discomfort.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
14 Jan. 2025
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Homeowners likely face fights with their insurance companies, as local officials grapple with how to cope with billions of dollars worth of damage.—
Obed Manuel,
NPR,
14 Jan. 2025
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Advertisement According to Amika Mota, who worked as a firefighter in California’s Chowchilla prison before her release in 2015, during major fires prisoners do a lot of preventive and protective work, like clearing brush or cutting gaps in the vegetation to slow the spread of flames.—
Keri Blakinger,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Jan. 2025
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Amid the devastating ongoing Palisades Fire, actor Sebastian Harrison did everything possible to escape.—
Ingrid Vasquez,
People.com,
11 Jan. 2025
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For neurodivergent employees, in particular, an inclusive environment can be the difference between simply getting by and truly thriving.—
Shaun Arora,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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Lau Man-hung, a 63-year-old driver, for instance, skips meals and bathroom breaks just to stay behind the wheel long enough to take home about $2,500 a month, barely enough to get by in one of the most expensive cities in the world.—
David Pierson,
New York Times,
5 Jan. 2025
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As the winter storms progress, more updates are expected from local authorities to guide residents and travelers through potentially dangerous conditions.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
12 Jan. 2025
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But even a successful appeal would take months, if not years, to progress through the courts.—
Ella Lee,
The Hill,
10 Jan. 2025
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On the other hand, terriers and hounds, to name two examples, are wired for chasing prey and may not get along well with cats.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
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Sure, the two men would get along, commiserating over the woes of running a busy emergency department, but there’s enough of a distinction.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2025
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Monday night’s three inaugural balls are expected to proceed as scheduled.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
17 Jan. 2025
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Behar proceeds with her analogy about Navarro and her husband getting divorced and maintaining contact with him.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 Jan. 2025
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Chelsea boots are a wardrobe staple and the perfect way to march powerfully into the new year.—
Kristen Philipkoski,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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That campaign, which began in 1864, forced thousands of Navajo to march hundreds of miles to Fort Sumner, in what is now eastern New Mexico.—
Derek M. Norman,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Jan. 2025
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And his route on two of them could be best described as, hey, just go find some space.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
19 Jan. 2025
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Boston could have potentially escaped with a win if any of those plays had gone the other way.—
Jay King,
The Athletic,
19 Jan. 2025
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