get over
Third Person
gets over
Present Participle
getting over
Past Tense
got over
Past Participle
gotten over
1
to recover from an unpleasant or unhappy experience, particularly an illness
transitive
- It took her several weeks to get over the flu completely.
- With proper treatment, most people can get over a common cold within a week.
- The therapy sessions helped her get over the trauma from the accident.
- After the breakup, it took him a long time to get over the pain.
- She finally got over her fear of public speaking.
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2
to cross a physical barrier, such as a wall, fence, or obstacle
transitive
- The athletes had to get over the high hurdles in the race.
- The cat struggled to get over the tall backyard fence.
- The children found a way to get over the fallen tree in the forest.
- You'll need a ladder to get over the high garden wall.
- She used a rope to get over the high wall.
3
to emotionally heal and move on from a romantic relationship that has ended
transitive
- After the breakup, it was challenging for her to get over him.
- After their breakup, it took her a while to get over her ex-boyfriend.
- He's been trying to get over her and start a new chapter in his life.
- She found it easier to get over her first love after meeting someone new.
- The breakup was painful, but eventually, she managed to get over him and thrive on her own.
4
to reach a state of acceptance or adjustment to something that was initially surprising or unexpected
transitive
- I still can't get over the incredible sunset we witnessed last night.
- He just can't get over the fact that he got the job after the interview.
- I just can't get over the fact that our team won the championship.
- She couldn't get over the fact that she had won the lottery.
- I still can't get over how stunning her wedding dress was.
5
to convey or communicate a message, idea, or emotion to someone effectively
transitive
- The keynote speaker was able to get over the importance of environmental conservation.
- He struggled to get the concept of quantum physics over to his students.
- The teacher is skilled at getting over mathematical concepts to the class.
- The poet skillfully gets his emotions and experiences over through his verses.
- The professor strives to get over complex theories to his students in a simplified manner.
6
to successfully finish or endure a task that is not enjoyable but required
transitive
- She had to get over the tedious report to move on to more interesting projects.
- The students must get over the exams to progress in their studies.
- Once I've got the paperwork over, I can focus on the creative aspects of the project.
- I need to get over this paperwork before the deadline.
7
to successfully cope with or overcome a particular challenge, difficulty, or emotional issue
transitive
- They worked hard to get over the financial difficulties and stabilize their business.
- With determination, she managed to get over the challenges of her new job.
- By staying organized, you can get over your hectic schedule and find time for yourself.
- He needed to get over the stress of exams before he could perform well.
- They are determined to get over the obstacles in their relationship.