Meaning of the word "get back" in English

What does "get back" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

get back

US /ɡɛt bæk/

UK /ɡet bæk/

to return to a place or person

Example:

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I need to get back home before it gets dark.

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When did you get back from your trip?

Synonym:

return come back go back

to receive something that you had before or that was taken from you

Example:

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I hope to get back the money I lent him.

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She finally got back her stolen phone.

Synonym:

recover retrieve regain

to respond to someone in an aggressive or retaliatory way

Example:

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He tried to insult her, but she quickly got back at him with a witty remark.

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Don't worry, I'll get back at him for what he did.

Synonym:

retaliate avenge strike back