phrases with get
Make sb understand
get through to
He got tired of the _______ work at the factory every day, it is so monotonous and exhausting!
Repetitive
He decided to apply for the job although he did not meet all the requirements. (despite) He decided to apply for the job…..
= despite not meeting all the requirements /despite the fact that he did not meet all the requirements.
bored
boredom
I don't have a holiday for 18 months.
I haven't had a holiday for 18 months.
You need to hurry up
you need to get a move on
He was stuck in a _______ job with no opportunities for growth or advancement.
Dead-end
I got to the interview on time due to / in spite of the fact that my train was late.
= in spite of
ashamed
shame
How long have you been having your flat in London?
How long have you had your flat in London?
I need to speak to her urgently but I can’t get ________ her.
a hold of
She is working on her own, flexible working hours.
Freelance contract
The company has reported declining sales this year. Nevertheless / But, they have so far managed to avoid any staff cuts.
= nevertheless
humble
humbleness
Today I'm not capable of anything, I just want to sleep.
I don't have it in me today. I just want to sleep.
Manage with what you have
get by
a job that is boring, tiresome, and repetitive
Tedious
He was unable to attend the conference because he was ill. (owing) He was unable to attend the conference…
= owing to being ill/ owing to the fact he was ill
clumsy
clumsiness
I´m pretty sure that my new boss really doesn't like me.
She really has it in for me.
Since she moved away we don’t get ______ to see each other as often.
the chance
time off work to handle family emergency, (dead of a family member)
Compassionate leave
The decorators covered the furniture with sheets so as not to/ not to / in order not to splash it with paint.
= not to
adequate
adequacy
I have been fighting with my best friend for a few days now. I think next time I should try to talk openly with her about the problem.
have it out with her