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to get on
[phrase form: get]
01
to enter a bus, ship, airplane, etc.
Transitive: to get on a means of transportation
02
to have a good, friendly, or smooth relationship with a person, group, or animal
Intransitive: to get on | to get on with sb
03
to have or approach old age
Intransitive
04
to develop or perform in a positive or successful way
Intransitive: to get on in a specific manner
05
to make an appearance as a performer or guest in a show, on television, or on the radio
Transitive: to get on a show or program
06
to mount on the back of a vehicle or animal, such as a horse, bicycle, or motorcycle
Transitive: to get on animal or vehicle
07
(of time) to pass and progress
Intransitive
08
to continue or begin a task, journey, or project
Intransitive: to get on | to get on with a task or activity
09
to reach great success, particularly in one's career or life
Intransitive: to get on | to get on in one's career or life
get on
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Example
She got on the train for her daily commute.
He got on the subway just before the doors closed.
They got on the plane and found their seats.
The passengers lined up to get on the cruise ship.
We need to hurry if we want to get on the bus.
