get on with

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get on with

My boss and I get on with each other very well.

Definition
  1. Phrasal Verb:
    • To have a harmonious or amicable relationship with someone; to interact smoothly and without conflict: This is the primary meaning, focusing on social compatibility and positive interaction.
    • To proceed or continue with a task or activity: A secondary meaning, emphasizing the act of making progress on something one needs to do.
Usage Examples
  • Meaning 1 (Harmonious Relations):
    • Despite their differences, the two roommates get on with each other very well.
    • It's important for team members to get on with their manager to ensure a productive work environment.
  • Meaning 2 (Proceed with an activity):
    • Stop procrastinating and get on with your homework.
    • After the short break, the committee decided to get on with the main agenda.
Advanced Usage
  • "To get on with it": This is a common, often imperative, phrase urging someone to stop delaying and start or continue a necessary action.
    • We don't have all day, so let's get on with it.
  • The phrase can imply a sense of resigned acceptance before moving forward.
    • We can't change the past, so we just have to get on with our lives.
Variants and Related Words
  • Get along (with): A near-identical synonym for the "harmonious relations" meaning.
    • She gets along with everyone in the office.
  • Carry on (with): Similar to the "proceed" meaning, suggesting continuation.
    • Please carry on with your presentation.
Synonyms
  • For "harmonious relations": Get along (with), be on good terms, be compatible.
  • For "proceed with activity": Continue with, proceed with, go ahead with, attend to.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Get on: Can mean to board (a vehicle) or to manage/fare in a general situation.
    • I need to get on the bus. / How are you getting on at your new job?
  • Get along: As noted, primarily a synonym for the relational meaning of "get on with."
Related Idioms
  • "Get on like a house on fire": To become close friends very quickly and have an excellent relationship.
    • From the moment they met, they got on like a house on fire.
  • "Get on with the job": To focus on and continue the work that needs to be done.
    • Enough talk; it's time to get on with the job.
get on with

My boss and I get on with each other very well.

Verb
  1. have smooth relations
    • My boss and I get along very well

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