Get over | EWA Phasal Verbs Dictionary
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Get over

/ˈɡet ˈəʊvə/

B1

PreIntermediate

1. To recover from an illness or an emotional upset.

  • He still hasn't gotten over the flu he had last month.
  • It took her months to get over the breakup.

2. To overcome or let go of feelings, especially negative feelings.

  • She finally got over her fear of flying.
  • He needs to get over the fact that he didn't get the job.

3. To stop caring about something that annoyed or upset you.

  • Get over it, it's just a small mistake.
  • He needs to get over his petty grudges.

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