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Phrasal Verb - Getting Round To

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

Getting round to is a phrasal verb that means to eventually manage to do something, often after putting it off for a while. It implies that the action was not a priority, but is now being addressed.

Examples

No.Example
1I kept putting off calling my friend, but I finally got round to it yesterday.
2We need to get round to painting the bedroom before the guests arrive.
3I've been meaning to learn Spanish for years, but I just haven't got round to it.
4Have you gotten round to setting up the new printer yet?
5I'll get round to watering the plants when I have a moment.
6I've got a lot on my plate right now, but I'll get round to helping you move next week.
7We need to get round to discussing the budget for the project.
8I should really get round to updating my resume.
9I've been putting off going to the doctor, but I know I need to get round to it.
10I'll get round to organizing the garage once the weather gets warmer.