get over

Example Sentences

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INDIANAPOLIS—For 37 years, Michigan basketball just couldn’t get over the hump.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

To re-secure her position, Bass would need to get over 50% of votes in the June election to avoid a runoff election against the second-leading candidate.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

Once you get over the hurdle of excessifying your eggs, you’ll have a few go-to recipes that are uniquely yours.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

"It's never over until it is over, and I'm delighted to get over the line because I was feeling it."

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

“Wait’ll we get over that ridge. Then I’ll break it to you.”

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French