gets, got, gotten, getting
to get in
phrasal verbC
Arrive at a destination
- 1What time did you get in last night?
- 2They got in late due to the traffic.
When you reach a place, like a building, car, or room, and you go inside, you are doing this action. For example, when you go into a taxi or enter your house, you are doing it. It means you have come to the place and are now inside.
People often say "What time did you get in?" when asking about the time someone arrived home, especially after a trip or a night out.
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at an exhibit
Arriving at the Exhibit
James
I heard the new exhibit is amazing.
Margaret
Yes, I can't wait to see it. What time did you get in?
James
I got in just a few minutes ago.
Margaret
Great, let's head inside together.
in a cafeteria
Catching the Last Bus
Donna
Hey Joshua, what time did you get in last night?
Joshua
I got in around midnight, just in time to catch the last bus.
Donna
Wow, that was close! I thought you'd miss it.
Joshua
Yeah, I was worried too, but luckily everything worked out.
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