get at

Example Sentences

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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

They usually do pretty well at Amex Stadium too, and I think they will get at least a point here for what would be the sixth season running.

From BBC • Jan. 29, 2026

“I bet you get at least a C,” I whisper.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty