get on with
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To proceed with; to begin or continue, especially after an interruption.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Turn off the television and get on with your homework.
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 have a good relationship with.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To successfully use or adapt to.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “get on with” mean?
To proceed with; to begin or continue, especially after an interruption.
Is “get on with” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.