get at
verb
- 1
cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
Mosquitoes buzzing in my ear really bothers me
It irritates me that she never closes the door after she leaves
- 2
reach or gain access to
How does one access the attic in this house?
I cannot get to the T.V. antenna, even if I climb on the roof
- 3
influence by corruption
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