get past

Example Sentences

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Premier League clubs are finding the Europa League and the Conference League easy, but they cannot get past the very best clubs in the Champions League.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

“You could say nobody thought we were going to get past Houston, but everybody in this building believed,” Reaves said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

So, how do I get past wondering how much is enough?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

It’s generally thought that if you get past the two-week mark you’re pretty safe.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

“Is there a way to get past them?”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray