get something out of someone

Related to word: get

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Definition

  1. to convince or compel someone to provide or disclose information or items

    • She finally got something out of him by convincing him to admit that he knew the secret.

    • After hours of conversation, the investigator managed to get something out of the suspect and found key evidence.

    • They tried various questions to get something out of her and force her to reveal her plans.