1
as in to descend
to come down from something (as a vehicle)
I was getting down from the seaplane when a gust of wind swept away my hat
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2
as in to weigh down
to make sad
it's really getting him down that there does not seem to be one woman who will date him
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3
as in to sip
to take into the stomach through the mouth and throat
with her sore throat, liquids are the only thing she can get down
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Recent Examples of get down
Surrounded by cheers and applause from other House members, Jones got down one knee to pop the big question to Scott.
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Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Each bite leaves a pungent sheen of olive oil upon your lips, a sort of true love’s kiss for people who really get down with cold cuts.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Diddy, for his part, got down on his knees, put his head on his chair and prayed.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 2 July 2025
The gym is aimed for functional fitness and working on movements to help people be able to push, pull, get down, get up, sprint and do cardio.
—Lillian Metzmeier, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025
Each bite leaves a pungent sheen of olive oil upon your lips, a sort of true love’s kiss for people who really get down with cold cuts.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Diddy, for his part, got down on his knees, put his head on his chair and prayed.
—Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 2 July 2025
The gym is aimed for functional fitness and working on movements to help people be able to push, pull, get down, get up, sprint and do cardio.
—Lillian Metzmeier, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for get down
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Riders descend the steep volcanic slope at speeds up to 40 miles per hour, wearing jumpsuits and goggles for protection.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
26 July 2025
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The company descended into a form of professional wrestling madness as storylines no longer made sense, with the curtain frequently pulled back to expose pro wrestling in a way that was heresy to many longtime fans.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
24 July 2025
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Ultra-lightweight design: Weighs just 0.9 lb, moves freely without feeling weighed down.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
17 July 2025
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Up to 24 hours of hydration, a noticeable boost in shine, and strands that feel nourished—not weighed down—even after just one wash.—
Annie Blackman,
Glamour,
14 July 2025
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The finish is medium length, with lingering notes of nutmeg and soft rye spices—an excellent rye for cocktails or sipping neat.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
23 July 2025
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While sipping interest in bourbon, scotch and other spirits, neat or over ice, has long been common practice in the States, tequila’s popularity has more often centered around shots or cocktails.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 July 2025
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Dragoons followed in leather breeches and woolen gaiters, dismounted for the moment but hopeful of finding American horses ahead.—
/ CBS News,
CBS News,
13 June 2025
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Fixed an issue where players attempting to save and load during the 'Get on your mount' objective caused Rin to spawn dismounted and follow Yasuke on foot, blocking progression.—
Oliver Brandt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Apr. 2025
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Travelers should also observe strict hygiene protocols, including frequent handwashing and avoiding individuals with symptoms such as sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or fever.—
Jasmine Laws,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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But the villagers broke a sacred taboo by killing hummingbirds, which carried the spirits of their ancestors, and for this offense, their homes were swallowed by a lake of black pitch, never again to be habitable.—
Ian Rose,
JSTOR Daily,
23 July 2025
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However, the set up casts light far beyond the highway, extending onto beaches even 12 miles away, including Little St. Simons and Sapelo.—
Julianna Bragg,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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Earlier this week, McIntyre lit into Scott with some NSFW criticisms of the rapper, a sign that WWE’s relationship with Scott was on the ropes.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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Joseph Weizenbaum, a professor at MIT who devised the first chatbot in the 1960s, was astounded and deeply troubled by how readily people poured out their hearts to his program.—
Krista Stevens,
Longreads,
8 July 2025
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Jackie develops feelings for two of the Walter brothers: reliable Alex (Gentry) and troubled Cole (LaLonde).—
Claire Franken,
TVLine,
5 July 2025
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The sole reason to go is to eat hot rolls and chicken and drink good lemonade.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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Speaking, eating, and drinking on public transportation is discouraged in Japan, and the train car is as quiet as a study hall.—
Rebecca Chace
July 14,
Literary Hub,
14 July 2025
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