Phrasal Verbs: GET
A mini trainer: meaning → controlled practice → your own response
1. Meet the phrases
Read the definitions and examples.
get your ideas across
communicate your ideas successfully
Jane finds it difficult to get her ideas across.
get along with somebody
have a good relationship with somebody
Do you get along with your parents?
get something over with
finish something unpleasant or difficult
Let's get the report over with.
get somebody down
make somebody feel sad
This rainy weather gets me down.
get over something
recover from a difficult or upsetting experience
Alice hasn't got over failing her exams.
2. Controlled practice
Choose the phrasal verb that fits each situation.
3. Complete the sentences
Choose the correct particle or particles. Use each option once.
along with · across · down · over · over with
4. Semi-controlled practice
Respond naturally. Use the phrasal verb in brackets, then compare your answer with the model.