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Being victorious, typically as revenge for a previous defeat
Present participle for to avoid or go around an obstacle
“Shore anglers wear cleats to get around the rocks.”
Present participle for to avoid or circumvent a rule or requirement
“We feel that it is a form of subsidy in disguise, a way to get around the rules of international trade.”
Present participle for to (cleverly) avoid or get out of a responsibility or situation
“He wished there was some way he could get around having to tell her about any of it.”
Present participle for to become widely revealed, apparent or known
“If even one person spotted him, news would get around lightning fast, so San was left scratching his head and wondering if Marco actually had escaped into some other dimension.”
Present participle for to spread or circulate widely or quickly from place to place
“Word sure does seem to get around pretty quick in these places.”
Present participle for to convince or win over by flattering or cajoling
“The doctor is trying to get her around to his way of thinking.”
Present participle for to find a solution to a problem
“A technique has been developed to get around this problem of unlisted numbers.”
(slang) Present participle for to engage in promiscuous activity
“She's known to get around. She'll have her legs around you so tight you'll be begging for mercy.”
Screwing around
Present participle for persuade
Present participle for to keep away from something
Present participle for to avoid providing a clear answer or statement
Present participle for change direction suddenly
Present participle for to find a way through (an obstacle or difficult route)
Present participle for to socialize with others
Present participle for to shun or shy away from
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