Collocation
Could I get more towels?
A polite request for additional towels or supplies, using the verb 'get' in the sense of 'receive' or 'obtain'. This structure can be generalized for requesting more of any item.
Definition
'Could I get more towels?' is a common English collocation. A polite request for additional towels or supplies, using the verb 'get' in the sense of 'receive' or 'obtain'. This structure can be generalized for requesting more of any item.
get + more + [plural noun]
“Could I get more towels?”
Examples
- We need to get more milk for breakfast tomorrow morning.
- Could you please get more sugar for my coffee?
- I always try to get more sleep on the weekends to feel rested.
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- The team is hoping to get more funding next quarter for their project.
- Having already accomplished so much, she aimed to get more done before the deadline.
- Before leaving, I went back to the store to get more water for the long drive.
- The artist spent hours trying to get more vibrant colors into his painting.
- Do you think we can get more tickets for the concert next week?
- They are trying to get more people involved in the community clean-up project.
- If you want to improve your stamina, you'll need to get more exercise regularly.
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