English idiom · neutral · spoken & written · BrE & AmE

get along: meaning and examples

get along means have a friendly relationship.

Memory hook: Build a clear mental picture from “get along” and connect it to this meaning: have a friendly relationship.

How to use “get along”

Common mistake: Treat “get along” as a fixed expression. Notice its exact word order in the examples.

Learn it in context

This expression belongs to Lesson 5, where you can compare it with other idioms about relationships and practise it interactively.

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