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get to know





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“I was just trying to get to know him as a dad and as a bandleader and the boss of our whole organization.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

“It’s a good time for us to get to know you better as a real person,” she said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Grabbing drinks, going to concerts and taking classes can all help you get to know a city and its people — but those can also stress your budget.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

She can’t expect a sudden polling Surge™ the more people get to know her, since everyone in the state already knows her well.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

His doodles and notes helped me get to know him better.

From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio




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