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galaxy
a large system of stars and space
gene
A small part of DNA that controls a particular trait passed from parents.
generally
In most cases; usually or typically.
genetic engineering
Changing the DNA of a living thing to give it new traits.
genetics
The scientific study of genes and inheritance.
genre
a category of artistic work or literature
gentrification
The process of urban renewal displacing residents.
geologist
A scientist who studies the Earth.
geothermal energy
Power produced from heat stored deep inside the earth.
get a grasp of
To begin to understand something, especially something difficult.
get ahold of
To succeed in contacting someone, usually by phone or message.
get along
Have a friendly relationship.
get an early start on
To begin a task sooner than necessary to have more time.
get around
To move or travel from place to place.
get around to
To finally do something after delaying it for some time.
get at
To try to express or suggest an idea.
get by
manage to survive or succeed.
get carried away
To become so excited that you lose control of what you do.
get cold feet
To suddenly become too nervous to do something you planned.
get in the way
To stop something from happening or make it harder.
get into a rut
To become stuck in a boring routine that is hard to change.
get into the swing of things
To become used to a new situation or activity.
get it over with
To do something unpleasant quickly so you no longer have to worry.
get lost
Leave or go away.
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