get on (to)

verb

Definition of get on (to)next
as in to realize
to come to an awareness of by the time the CIA got on to the terrorist plot, it was already in progress

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get on (to)
  1. realize
  2. discover
  3. see
  4. hear
  5. learn
Verb
  • While most people have heard of web scraping, far fewer likely realize just how widespread the practice actually is.
    Sandro Shubladze, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • His shortcomings as have kept the Trojans from even dreaming of realizing their championship ambitions.
    Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of realize
Verb
  • Listening is an experience, a uniquely human skill, and one that can help you to discover untapped potential inside your career, your organization, and yourself.
    Chris Westfall, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Natasha eventually discovers Carrie in her apartment with Big, chases her out, and falls down the stairs, breaking her teeth.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of discover
Verb
  • On December 5, the 29-year-old model was seen in a dressed down fall uniform that was, well, both in and out of my price range.
    Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This legacy in racing has seen the team achieve strong successes, including their first win in 2000 with Robbie Buhl, and a history of fielding prominent drivers such as Al Unser Jr., Sarah Fisher, and Ryan Hunter-Reay.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of see
Verb
  • The last thing anyone wants to hear is an excuse as to why a valuable laptop, monitor or PC tower has not been retrieved.
    Brandon Batchelor, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Subscribe to hear this story A local packaging distributor is working to expand the reach of a biodegradable film capable of reducing waste in the manufacturing process.
    Alex Garner, USA TODAY, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of hear
Verb
  • Through the Zillow Owner Dashboard, homeowners can track their property's value, explore pricing options for potential sales and learn about market trends in their area.
    Greta Cross, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
  • To learn more about the efforts on Wall Street or to shop local vendors, visit mi​​racleonwallstavl.com.
    Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of learn
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Thesaurus Entries Near get on (to)

get on one's nerves

get on (to)

get out

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“Get on (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/get%20on%20%28to%29. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.

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