GOT AT Synonyms: 10 Similar Words | Merriam-Webster Thesaurus

got at

verb

past tense of get at

as in paid off

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paid off

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As expenses such as college or other debts are paid off, some of that money can potentially be redirected toward retirement, Vega says.

— Mike Winters, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
The hard work, long hours of studying, and all the time devoted to high school sports and extracurriculars have paid off.

— John Biemer, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

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