| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
get across [ɡet əˈkrɒs] | to successfully communicate an idea |
Other meanings
- to make something understood
- to cross or pass through something (редко)
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "get across"
He struggled to get his point across during the meeting.
I hope my explanation got across to everyone.
She finally got the message across.
Features of Using "get across"
Often used in the context of communication. It can be either with an object between words (get the idea across) or after (get across your idea). Very typical in business and educational contexts.
Other phrasal verbs with the verb get
get up
to rise from bed
get on
to enter or board (a bus, train, plane, etc.)
get back
return to a place or return something
get in
to enter (a place, vehicle, or situation)
get out
to leave or escape from a place
get over
to recover from (illness, loss, shock)
get down
to lower yourself or move to a lower position
get off
to leave (a bus, train, plane)
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