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to get after
[phrase form: get]
01
to take action or make an effort to pursue or attain something
Transitive: to get after a goal or opportunity
Examples
He 's spending too much time on social media instead of getting after his work responsibilities.
02
to pursue or follow someone persistently
Transitive: to get after sb
Examples
The detective decided to get after the suspect, tailing him discreetly through the crowded streets.
03
to persistently encourage or motivate someone to take action or improve their performance
Transitive: to get after sb
Examples
He 's a great motivator; he can get after you without making you feel pressured.
04
to scold or reprimand someone for their behavior or past actions
Transitive: to get after sb
Examples
After the messy room was discovered, Mom had to get after the kids to clean it up.
05
to start something with passion and enthusiasm
Transitive: to get after a goal or task
Examples
Motivated by a new project, the team decided to get after the tasks with enthusiasm.
06
to manage to understand a concept or idea
Transitive: to get after a concept or idea
Examples
Despite the challenging language, she studied diligently until she could get after the meaning of the literature.
