travel locally
In London, it's easy to get around by bus or underground.
get around — 3 meanings
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phrasal verb3 meanings
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avoid a problem
We managed to get around the new rule by submitting our forms online.
news spreads
It didn't take long for the news of their engagement to get around.
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1. travel locally
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to move from place to place in a town, city, or area, especially using different types of transport.
In London, it's easy to get around by bus or underground.
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to find a way to deal with or avoid a problem or rule, often by being clever.
We managed to get around the new rule by submitting our forms online.
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if news or information gets around, many people hear about it.
It didn't take long for the news of their engagement to get around.
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