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get by

say it: get BY

to manage with difficulty

In Phrasal Verbs

In more detail

1. (verb) to manage adequately or survive, especially with difficulty or limited resources

2. (verb) to pass by or move past someone or something

Examples

• 1. We don't have much money, but we get by on what we earn.
• 2. I couldn't get by the crowd blocking the doorway.

Nearby in Phrasal Verbs

find out, follow up, get across, get over, give in, give up