get over
recover from
To start feeling better after something bad, such as an illness, disappointment, or a difficult experience.
It took her a few weeks to get over the flu.
"get" — same verb, different meanings · Part 4 of 4
Phrasal verbs built on "get" — same verb, but the particle changes the meaning. Pick the one that fits.
get
over
get overTo start feeling better after something bad, such as an illness, disappointment, or a difficult experience.It took her a few weeks to get over the flu.
rid of
get rid ofTo throw away, eliminate, or stop having something you do not want or need.I need to get rid of these old magazines because they're taking up too much space.
through
get throughTo finish something that is hard or takes a lot of effort.I finally got through all my homework before midnight.
through to
get through toto succeed in making someone understand what you are trying to say, especially when it is difficult.No matter how many times I explain, I just can't get through to him.
together
get togetherto meet friends, family, or other people for a social reason, often to spend time together or celebrate something.We usually get together at my place on Fridays to watch movies.
get rid of
remove
To throw away, eliminate, or stop having something you do not want or need.
I need to get rid of these old magazines because they're taking up too much space.
get through
finish a difficult task
To finish something that is hard or takes a lot of effort.
I finally got through all my homework before midnight.
get through to
make someone understand
to succeed in making someone understand what you are trying to say, especially when it is difficult.
No matter how many times I explain, I just can't get through to him.
get together
to meet with someone socially
to meet friends, family, or other people for a social reason, often to spend time together or celebrate something.
We usually get together at my place on Fridays to watch movies.