What Does "Go Get Em" Mean?

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If someone tells you "go get em" they probably sounded pretty enthusiastic, but what were they actually saying? The English language is full of common phrases like this—they aren't straightforward, but they're frequently used. We'll cover everything you need to know about "go get em," so you can start using it in everyday conversations.

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What does “go get em” mean?

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    It’s a short, casual way of saying, “Go get them.” You'll probably hear people often use the phrase to inspire or support someone. [1] Maybe they're encouraging someone before a job interview or sports competition.
    • For instance, you might say, "Go get em!" before a friend takes a test or competes in a soccer game.
    • You may also see the phrase spelled "go get 'em." Don't worry—it means the same thing.
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How do I use “go get em” in conversation?

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    If you’re trying to switch up the English phrases you’re using in conversation, just remember that you could use “go get em” in place of “good luck.” [2] Be enthusiastic when you say it, so the person knows you’re wishing them well!
    • For instance, if you're writing a card for a colleague who's changing jobs, you could use "go get em." This can make your card stand out from all the ones that simply say, "good luck."
    • If you're talking to someone who's sharing their struggles about moving to a new place, you might say something like, "I know it's challenging starting over, but you'll have so many new opportunities. Go get em!"
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    If you're pretty good friends with the person you're encouraging, you can be more casual. Add tiger to the end of the phrase to make it sound a little more fun or less serious. [3]
    • For example, if your child is playing their first soccer game, say, "Go get em, tiger!" to get them excited about playing the match.
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Where did "go get em" come from?

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    The most well-noted case of "go get em tiger" is from 1968 when the Detroit Tigers baseball team used the line in their theme song. [4] From then on, it's been used in advertisements and popular culture.

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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.yourdictionary.com/go-get-em
      2. ↑ https://www.powerthesaurus.org/go_get_%27em/synonyms
      3. ↑ https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Go%20get%20%27em%20tiger%21
      4. ↑ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/entertainment/2019/11/15/remembering-tiger-town-warm-slice-detroit-nostalgia-overlooked-disney-plus/4195855002/

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