get down

Example Sentences

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Let’s get down the core of the issues.”

From Los Angeles Times

The 26-year-old then got down one one knee and asked an emotional Lucy to marry him - she said yes.

From BBC

The 34-year-old “Go Crazy” rap star on Tuesday channeled love for his girlfriend, 28, by getting down on one knee and proposing to her on stage during a hometown concert at Atlanta’s State Farm Arena.

From Los Angeles Times

Then she recommends getting down to the child's level and helping them feel understood.

From BBC

In the beginning, when we were constructing the dress, I was like, “I’m going to try to get down to that Dior-like silhouette,” which is impossible.

From Los Angeles Times