get a hold of
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.
“Everyone around us was just going back and forth, trying to get a hold of something, or someone. Children yelling and screaming,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
ET-94 — the exhibit’s ginormous, bright orange external fuel tank— was particularly difficult to get a hold of because it shouldn’t still exist.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
“The first thing I did, and the first thing that I advise my clients, is if you are reaching that point, to get a hold of your plan,” Dominguez said.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 4, 2026
What are your thoughts on how deregulatory policies make it easier or harder for humanity to get a hold of this problem?
From Salon ● Feb. 7, 2025
“Leon, get a hold of yourself,” Hollister said.
From "Book Scavenger" by Jennifer Chambliss Bertman
