get away with something

Related to word: get

片語動詞

Definition (achievement)

  1. to accomplish something using a less than ideal method

    • He got away with a poor solution to the problem, but he still accomplished his goal.

    • Although he used outdated equipment, he got away with finishing the task.

    • Though she didn’t have the best plan, she got away with the project successfully.

Definition (avoidance)

  1. B2

    to manage to avoid being penalized for wrongdoing

    • He always manages to get away with his mistakes.

    • She committed some illegal activities but got away with them.

    • In this city, many thieves get away with their crimes without being caught.