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Definitions

get busy

VERB
pitch in
Synonyms
STRONGEST
come through get going
WEAK
aid attack begin buckle down chip in commence contribute contribute work cooperate do do one's bit fall to get cracking go to it help hop to it join in jump in launch lend a hand participate plunge into set about set to subscribe tackle tee off volunteer wade in
Antonyms
WEAK
hinder hurt prevent

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

George tries his best to gently unravel the sheet, to get busy with his part of the rescue, but Lark refuses to budge from her cocoon.

From "A Bird Will Soar" by Alison Green Myers

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