get past

Example Sentences

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“Once we get past these strategic oil reserves, we might be seeing $150 per barrel of oil. That’s when things become more acute,” Pyziur said.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

So, when one car has an extra 350kW - 480bhp - compared with the one it's racing, it's going to get past.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 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

When my whole world was frozen and sorry couldn’t get past my lips.

From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson