get there

Idioms and Phrases

Achieve success, as in He always wanted to be a millionaire, and he finally got there . In this expression, there indicates one's goal. The participial form of this phrase, getting there , means “making progress toward a goal,” as in I haven't finished the book, but I'm getting there . [Late 1800s] Also see get somewhere .

Example Sentences

Either way, make sure you get there at least by 8 a.m. because some vendors start loading up to close as early as 11 a.m., and time passes quickly when you’re in the thrall of flowers.

From Los Angeles Times

This has all been done as Bellamy aims to instil a progressive new style of play, one which he hopes will help Wales not only qualify for major tournaments, but allow them to make a "big impact" when they get there.

From BBC

"We want to go to a World Cup - we've got to get that ticked off. If we get there, we want to compete. These players deserve to be there."

From BBC

Princess Tiana, now a restaurateur, is throwing a Mardi Gras party, and we need to get there at once.

From Los Angeles Times

You had to get through a crucible to get there.

From Slate

Related Words

• achieve
• attain
• bring about
• carry out
• conclude
• do
• finish
• manage
• perform
• produce
• pull off
• reach
• realize
• score
• take care of
• win