get by

US /ɡɛt baɪ/

UK /ɡet bai/

A1

phrasal verb

  • To manage to live or do something with difficulty.
  • To perform well enough to continue, but only just
  • To overtake or go in front of someone
  • To manage to pass a test or situation with minimal effort or knowledge.
  • To just manage in a difficult financial situation