单词 | get around |
释义 | get around regional note: in BRIT, also use get round 1. phrasal verb To get around a problem or difficulty means to overcome it. None of these countries has found a way yet to get around the problem. [VERB PARTICLE noun] 2. phrasal verb If you get around a rule or law, you find a way of doing something that the rule or law is intended to prevent, without actually breaking it. Although tobacco ads are prohibited, companies get around the ban by sponsoring music shows. [VERB PARTICLE noun] 3. phrasal verb If news gets around, it becomes well known as a result of being told to lots of people. Word is getting around that this is a great place to work. [VERB PARTICLE that] I'll see that it gets round that you've arrived. [VERB PARTICLE that] 4. phrasal verb If you get around someone, you persuade them to allow you to do or have something by pleasing them or flattering them. Max could always get round her. [VERB PARTICLE noun] 5. phrasal verb See full dictionary entry for get If you get around, you visit a lot of different places as part of your way of life. He claimed to be a journalist, and he got around. [VERB PARTICLE] |
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