get busy
Example Sentences
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You can stream in HD, make video calls and download large files without worry — though free servers do get busy during peak hours.
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2026
“We see some wonderful opportunities, and we hope to get busy very quickly,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 8, 2026
In particular, Mr Matthews said, there are times when humans are better placed to take orders, especially when the restaurants get busy.
From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2025
“This is the time to really do it. Do it before we start to get busy with all the stuff that comes with the holidays, with the kids going back to school.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2024
Then I get busy sanding off the chipped paint on the door—cha-cha-cha-cha—trying to smooth it down.
From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina
