Day 18-A

Question 1

What does the phrasal verb ‘get around’ mean in the context of spreading news?

Answer 1

To be heard by a lot of people. To spread (news, gossip, etc.)

Examples: 1. News of his promotion got around very fast. 2. It didn’t take long for news of his resignation to get around. 3. The news of their engagement got around. 4. It didn’t take long for the rumor to get around.

Question 2

What does ‘get around’ mean when referring to dealing with problems?

Answer 2

To avoid or find a way to deal with a problem or difficulty. To avoid or bypass a rule or problem.

Examples: 1. We’ll need to get around the issue of limited parking space. 2. They managed to get around the new regulations. 3. I’m not sure how we’ll get around this obstacle. 4. She always finds a clever way to get around the rules.

Question 3

What does ‘get around’ mean in the context of traveling?

Answer 3

To travel to different places. To travel or move from place to place.

Examples: 1. It’s easy to get around the city by subway. 2. She likes to get around by bicycle. 3. We got around Europe by train last summer.

Question 4

What does ‘get around’ imply when talking about social interactions?

Answer 4

To spend time with many different people, often socially. To be socially active or date many people (informal, often about relationships).

Examples: 1. She really gets around at parties. 2. He gets around in the local music scene. 3. They get around in various social circles.