Get on

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phrasal verb

To continue or make progress.

I need to get on with this work.
Visual representation of "get on" - To continue or make progress

Often appears as...

  • get on with it
  • get on with work
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Encourage Action

Used to motivate someone to focus and proceed with tasks or responsibilities.

Illustration for Encourage Action
Come on, let's get on with the job!
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Time Sensitivity

Implies that there is limited time to do something or to urge immediate action.

Illustration for Time Sensitivity
We're running late, we need to get on it now.
Visual representation of the word "Get on"

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