Meaning of get after | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To move into action in pursuit of something.
2. To move into action in attempt to catch or defeat another.
3. To attempt to convince another to move into action.

Examples

“He's wasting time at university not getting after his degree.”

“If you want⟳ to win⟳, you've got to get⟳ after it.”

“These murders are an indication of a swing⟳ to the right in this country, and also of the economic situation. Americans get⟳ after minorities during economic hard times: Blacks, Jews, Catholics. It's our turn⟳ because we've been the most vocal lately.”

“The defensive line needs to get⟳ after the quarterback.”

“Do you think⟳ the girl's going to ask⟳ you out? Get⟳ after her!”

“Parents get⟳ after their children to do homework for the best.”

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