get along

verb

got along; got along or gotten along; getting along; gets along
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intransitive verb

1
a
: to proceed toward a destination : progress
b
: to approach an advanced stage
especially : to approach old age
2
: to meet one's needs : manage
we got along on a minimum of clothing
3
: to be or remain on congenial terms

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most college students can get along with just a few hours of sleep at night the preparations for the party are getting along just fine
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As the Commander of the crew, my main responsibilities were to make sure the crew was safe, in good health and spirits, getting along well and on top of their work. — Michaela Musilova, Space.com, 26 Oct. 2026 Speaking of the memoir, Harry even addressed Charles’ desire to see his sons get along. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 22 Oct. 2026 That does not, however, mean that Divya and Isla will get along. — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2026 Wang and the victim reportedly didn’t get along, the police affidavit said. — Eduardo Cuevas, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for get along

Word History

First Known Use

1683, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

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The first known use of get along was in 1683

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get along

verb
1
a
: progress
b
: to approach old age
getting along in years
2
: manage sense 4
get along on a small paycheck
3
: to be or remain on pleasant terms
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