GET BY
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Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the phrase
Get By.
Get By - as a verb
Succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available
Example: "We got by on just a gallon of gas"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
contend10cope8deal5grapple12make outmanage9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
act5move9Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Pass or move in front of
Example: "Bride's biscuit got by the other dogs to win the race"
Example Sentences
"She was able to get by with only a few hours of sleep."
"I don't have much money, but I can get by."
"He has a part-time job to help him get by while he looks for a permanent position."
"They had to get by on very little food during their camping trip."
"Despite the difficulties, she managed to get by and complete her studies."
