get back to
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Return to (an activity)
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I'll get back to work as soon as I've finished this game.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To return contact with (someone); to return to someone in response to a request
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “get back to” mean?
Return to (an activity)
Is “get back to” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.