become interested in
I really got into cooking during the lockdown and now I try new recipes every week.
get into — 3 meanings
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phrasal verb3 meanings
get intosame phrase
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enter a place or state
She got into the car and drove away.
be admitted (institution)
She worked hard all year to get into Oxford.
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1. become interested in
B1informalspoken
To start liking or becoming involved in an activity, subject, or hobby.
I really got into cooking during the lockdown and now I try new recipes every week.
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To go inside a place, vehicle, or to reach a particular state or situation.
She got into the car and drove away.
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To be accepted as a member or student of a school, university, or other selective organization.
She worked hard all year to get into Oxford.
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