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Get through

/gɛt θru/

B1

PreIntermediate

1. To manage to survive or endure a difficult period or situation.

  • She had a lot of support from her friends to help her get through the difficult times.
  • We had just enough food to get through the winter.

2. To complete or finish something, especially something difficult or time-consuming.

  • I just need to get through this report before I can leave for the day.
  • He got through the whole book in one weekend.

3. To successfully make contact with someone or something, as in a telephone call.

  • I tried calling all day but couldn't get through to her until the evening.
  • Once you get through to customer service, they can help resolve your issue.

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