to get by
[phrase form: get]
01
勉强应付, 过得去
to be capable of living or doing something using the available resources, knowledge, money, etc.
Intransitive
例子
He did n't know the local language, but he could get by using basic phrases and gestures.
他不会当地语言，但可以用基本的短语和手势应付。
Despite the financial challenges, they managed to get by on a modest income.
尽管面临财务挑战，他们还是设法靠微薄的收入维持生计。
02
蒙混过关, 逃脱
to escape notice or punishment
Intransitive
例子
In the undercover operation, the agent aimed to get by without arousing suspicion.
在卧底行动中，特工的目标是在不引起怀疑的情况下蒙混过关。
She tried to get by without anyone noticing her late arrival at the meeting.
她试图蒙混过关，不让任何人注意到她开会迟到了。
03
通过, 克服
to move past an obstacle or challenge
Transitive: to get by an obstacle or challenge
例子
To reach the hidden treasure, they had to get by the dense jungle and various traps.
为了找到隐藏的宝藏，他们必须穿过茂密的丛林和各种陷阱。
The hikers needed to get by the fast-flowing river to continue their trek.
徒步旅行者需要通过湍急的河流才能继续他们的旅程。
04
悄悄经过, 溜过去
to move past someone or something without being noticed
Transitive: to get by sb/sth
例子
He slyly helped his friend to get by the security guard.
他狡猾地帮助他的朋友通过保安。
The stray cat tried to get by the sleeping dog without any disturbance.
那只流浪猫试图悄悄经过那只睡着的狗而不引起任何骚动。
05
应付, 勉强通过
to do well enough to avoid failure by meeting the basic requirements
Intransitive
例子
He managed to get by in the exam by answering the minimum required questions.
他通过回答最低要求的问题，成功地在考试中过关。
Despite minimal preparation, she was able to get by in the presentation by covering the essential points.
尽管准备很少，她还是通过涵盖要点在演讲中勉强过关。
