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get by vs get off

get off vs get by

get by and get off both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
get by No No Yes No
get off No No Yes No
As verbs, get by and get off are synonyms defined as:
  • get by and get off: escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action
Other synonyms of get by include escape, get away, get out.
get by (verb) get off (verb)
escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action escape potentially unpleasant consequences; get away with a forbidden action
pass or move in front of cause to be acquitted; get off the hook; in a legal case
succeed in doing, achieving, or producing (something) with the limited or inadequate means available deliver verbally
transfer
get high, stoned, or drugged
send via the postal service
alight from (a horse)
get out of quickly
leave a vehicle, aircraft, etc.
enjoy in a sexual way
be relieved of one's duties temporarily
Difference between get by and get off

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