20 short conversations using “Can I get by”
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Here are 20 short conversations using “Can I get by”, showing both meanings:
CAN I GET BY ?
• “Can I manage/survive with…”
• “Can I pass through…” : Ask this when you need someone to move so you can go past them.
✅ Meaning 1 : Can I manage / survive / cope
01. A: I only brought $10.
B: Can you get by with that for lunch?
A: I’ll grab something small.
02. A: I forgot my charger.
B: Can you get by until you get home?
A: Yeah, my phone still has 40%.
03. A: My English isn’t very good.
B: Don’t worry. You can get by with simple words here.
04. A: I have only one pair of shoes.
B: That’s okay. Can you get by with them for now?
A: Yeah, they’re still in good shape.
05. A: I missed a week of class.
B: Oh no! Can you get by with the notes I took?
A: That would help a lot.
06. A: I don’t have a license yet.
B: Can you get by using public transportation?
A: Yes, it’s pretty reliable here.
07. A: My internet is really slow.
B: Can you get by with it for work?
A: For emails, yes—but not video calls.
08. A: I’m not good at cooking.
B: Can you get by with basic meals?
A: I make eggs and noodles, so yeah!
09. A: I’m not familiar with this software.
B: That’s fine. You can get by with the basic tools.
A: Thanks!
10. A: I only brought one outfit.
B: Can you get by with that for the weekend?
A: I think so.
✅ Meaning 2: Can I pass through / move past
11. A: Excuse me, can I get by?
B: Oh! Let me move over.
12. A: There’s a truck blocking the road.
B: Do you think we can get by on the side?
A: Let’s try.
13. A: You’re standing in front of the door.
B: Oops! Can you get by now?
A: Yes, thanks.
14. A: The hallway is packed.
B: I don’t think we can get by until the break ends.
15. A: Can I get by with my bike?
B: Sure, just go around that way.
16. A: I’m carrying this big box.
B: Need help? Or can you get by on your own?
A: I’ve got it, thanks!
17. A: There’s a dog sleeping by the stairs.
B: Careful! Can you get by without waking it?
A: I’ll try to tiptoe.
18. A: These chairs are blocking the exit.
B: Can we get by if we move just one?
A: Yeah, that should work.
19. A: The aisle’s a bit tight.
B: It’s okay, I can get by if you turn sideways.
A: Alright, go ahead.
20. A: Is the path clear over there?
B: Barely! But I think you can get by if you’re careful.
A: Okay, let’s go slow.
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