get at

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

According to the Pew Research Center, more than half of American adults now get at least some of their news from social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, X and TikTok.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

That’s a sorry way to get at the truth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

“Today’s executive orders get at the root of the housing affordability problem by eliminating obstacles to build more homes and providing better access to financing,” Bill Owens, the trade group’s chairman, said in a statement.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Under the new plans, parents will still be able to apply for EHCPs, which will be delivered by local authorities, and challenge the decisions made about what support their child can get at tribunal.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

She took a bite of a drumstick and then used a paper towel to squash a roach that had crawled out hoping to get at some of her dinner.

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore