Definition of Get on with

1. Verb. Have smooth relations. "My boss and I get along very well"

Exact synonyms: Get Along, Get Along With, Get On
Generic synonyms: Relate

Definition of Get on with

1. Verb. (transitive) To proceed with; to begin or continue. ¹

2. Verb. (transitive) To have a good relationship with. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Get On With

get off on the wrong foot
get off one's chest
get off one's high horse
get off someone's back
get off the ground
get off with
get on
get on like a house on fire
get on somebody's case
get on someone's last nerve
get on someone's nerves
get on someone's wick
get on the end of
get on up
get on with (current term)
get one's act together
get one's affairs in order
get one's back up
get one's claws into
get one's claws out
get one's eye in
get one's feet wet
get one's fill
get one's finger out
get one's foot in the door

Literary usage of Get on with

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. Sons and Lovers by David Herbert Lawrence (1922)
"... to get on with it. But I suppose I can go on alone.' " I don't see that we need," he said. " I can give ja French lesson, surely. ..."

2. Life of Benjamin Robert Haydon, Historical Painter, from His Autobiography by Benjamin Robert Haydon (1853)
"I hope not, but the sure way to get on with people of fashion is never to ask them for money. However, as Sir Robert sent to me in prison, he will not be ..."

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