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Angliholic Posted 18 years ago
Grammar

get at/to/near that box

Everyday Paris is trying to get at that box underneath Johnny's desk.

HI,

What does "get at that box" in the above mean exactly? Is it the same to say "get to/near that box?" Thanks.
  

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Not exactly. Get at means' reach' or 'gain access to'.

  • Not exactly.
  • Get at means' reach' or 'gain access to'.
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Not exactly. Get at means' reach' or 'gain access to'.
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AngliholicEveryday Paris is trying to get at that box underneath Johnny's desk.

Every day

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