gets, got, gotten, getting
to get back
phrasal verbE
Regain possession of something lost or taken
- 1He hopes to get back his stolen bike.
- 2I finally got back my book from her.
When you lose something or someone takes it from you, and later you have it again, this means you have it once more. For example, if you lose your book and then find it, you now have your book again.
People often say "get back" when talking about returning something borrowed, like "I need to get back my pen from my friend."
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at the library
The Missing Book
Stephanie
I can't believe I lost my favorite book here last week.
Sandra
Did you check the lost and found section?
Stephanie
Yes, and I was so relieved to get back my book.
Sandra
That's great! I'm glad you have it again.
at the train platform
Lost and Found
Frank
Hey James, I think I left my backpack on the train.
James
Don't worry, you can go to the lost and found to get back your backpack.
Frank
Thanks, I'll head there right away.
James
Good luck, I hope you find it.
at the park
The Lost Frisbee
Joseph
I can't believe I lost my frisbee.
Emily
Don't worry, we'll help you get back your frisbee.
Joseph
Thanks, I really hope we find it soon.
Emily
Let's start looking around the trees over there.
at a wellness center
The Missing Towel
Mary
I can't find my towel anywhere.
Christopher
Don't worry, I saw it near the sauna. I'll help you get it back.
Mary
Thanks, I really appreciate it.
Christopher
No problem, let's go grab it.
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Similar to "to get back":
- 1recover
- 2retrieve
