get in on

B2 informal inseparable transitive

In simple words

To join something that is already happening, especially because you want to share the good things about it.

Meanings

1 B2 idiomatic informal

common

To become involved in an activity or opportunity that others are already benefiting from.

"Everyone seemed to be making money from the tech startup, and he wanted to get in on it."

Grammar: inseparable

2 B2 idiomatic informal

uncommon

To be included in a secret or private plan.

"She could tell her colleagues were planning something — she wanted to get in on it."

Grammar: inseparable

Usage notes

Often used in business or financial contexts: 'getting in on a deal.' Can carry a slightly opportunistic tone. Common in American English.

deal action secret opportunity investment ground floor

Base

get in on

I/you/we/they

3rd person

gets in on

he/she/it

Past simple

got in on

yesterday

Past participle

got/gotten in on

have + pp

-ing form

getting in on

continuous

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