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To obtain or acquire something, often after some effort or difficulty.

取得某物；获得某物

• I finally managed to get ahold of that out-of-print book.

我终于设法拿到了那本绝版的书。

To make contact with or communicate with someone.

设法联络上某人；与某人取得联系。

• I need to get ahold of the manager to discuss my application.

我需要联系经理讨论我的申请。

To firmly take or seize something or someone.

抓住

• He tried to grab hold of the railing to prevent himself from falling.

他试图抓住栏杆以防止自己摔倒。

To gain control or influence over someone or something.

控制；掌握

• They tried to get ahold of the project to make sure it aligned with their goals.

他们试图掌控这个项目，以确保它符合他们的目标。

To regain control of one's emotions or behavior; to become calm and composed.

冷静下来，控制住自己

• He was shocked when he heard the news, but he quickly got ahold of himself.

他听到消息时很震惊，但他很快就控制住了自己。