Get around
/ˈɡet əˈraʊnd/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To move from place to place, often within a particular area.
- Despite his injury, he managed to get around town using public transport.
- Tourists can easily get around the city on scooters.
2. To avoid an obstacle or a rule.
- They found a way to get around the regulations with a simple loophole.
- He always manages to get around doing his chores with clever excuses.
3. To spread or circulate, particularly information or news.
- Word got around that the event was canceled.
- Rumors quickly get around in a small town.
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