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get along

idiom
Meaning

To interact or coexist well, without argument or trouble.


Examples
SIMPLE

My brother and I get along very well.

CONTEXTUAL

It is important for roommates to get along if they want to live together peacefully.

COMPLEX

Despite their vastly different political views, the two colleagues managed to get along professionally for the sake of the project.

Anchors to
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  1. 01

    as it gets

    As it is possible to be.

  2. 02

    been there, done that, got the T-shirt

    Alternative form of been there, done that, bought the T-shirt.

  3. 03

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  4. 04

    cat got someone's tongue

    Why is someone not saying anything?

  5. 05

    could not get elected dogcatcher

    Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.

  6. 06

    don't get someone started

    Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.

  7. 07

    five will get you ten

    I strongly believe.

  8. 08

    get a charge out of

    To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.

Last updated April 17, 2026