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get well

idiom

To recover from an illness or injury.


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  1. 01

    all very well

    All right to a certain extent, but problematic beyond that, or for other people.

  2. 02

    as well

    In addition; also.

  3. 03

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  4. 04

    could not get elected dogcatcher

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

  5. 05

    do well by doing good

    To achieve social acceptance or financial success as a result of behaving in a benevolent or charitable manner.

  6. 06

    do well for oneself

    To thrive or succeed.

  7. 07

    don't get someone started

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

  8. 08

    fare thee well

    The greatest extent; completion; a state of refinement or perfection.

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