The Open Dictionary

get at something

Related to word: get

片語動詞

Definition (reach)

  1. B2

    to reach or acquire an item, particularly when it is hard to access or obtain.

    • He finally found a way to get at that rare book.

    • We need better tools to get at those data.

    • It took him hours to get at the car parked on the high platform.

  2. B2

    to reach or acquire an item, particularly when it is hard to access or obtain.

    • Successful professionals know how to get at the resources they need.

    • We must find ways to get at deeper market data.

    • This project involves many hidden pieces of information, and we must find ways to get at them.

Definition (suggest)

  1. C1

    To indicate or imply something, aiming to convey a specific idea or point.

    • His words were cryptic, and it seemed he was trying to get at something unspoken.

    • If you don’t clearly state your intentions, others won’t understand what you're trying to get at.

    • During the meeting, she tried to get at the heart of the issue.

  2. C1

    To indicate or imply something, aiming to convey a specific idea or point.

    • He got at his dissatisfaction in a roundabout way.

    • I can see what you're trying to get at, but please tell me directly.

    • Her question got at her concern about this issue.