get through to

Example Sentences

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Fliers scrambled to make new connections and get through to airlines on jammed phone lines.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2026

A traveler’s loyalty status with a particular airline can affect how quickly they get through to customer service during disruptions.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 23, 2026

“It felt very satisfying that I found a way to get through to her.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 5, 2026

"We have gone in with higher self-esteem, to first attack the competition and try to get through to the knockout stage. We are on our way to doing that."

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

“I can’t get through to your mother,” Akira’s dad said, lowering his phone.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz