Get by
/ɡet baɪ/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To manage or survive, especially with the bare minimum or few resources.
- She doesn't earn a lot, but she manages to get by.
- Even on a limited budget, we can get by with careful planning.
2. To continue to exist or proceed despite difficulties or challenges.
- Despite the heavy workload, he's managing to get by.
- It's tough, but we get by by supporting each other as a team.
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