Easy Phrasal Verbs: Learn English verbs through conversations

37.2 be getting to (present continuous)

37.2.1 Wendy and Travis are talking about their daughter. Her classmates are teasing her

and she is upset and doesn't want to go to school.

Wendy: I think we should speak to her teacher about this. The teasing is

really getting to her.

Travis: I think you're right. She used to love going to school.

Wendy: Ok. I'll make an appointment with her teacher.

37.2.2 Gary is talking to his work friend, Paula. Gary's job is extremely stressful so he is

thinking about quitting.

Gary: I can't believe how stressful yesterday was.

Paula: Oh no. What's up?

Gary: Nothing in particular. It's just the stress is getting to me. I feel sick

every day and I can't sleep.

Paula: That sounds serious. Have you been to the doctor?

Gary:  No.  I  know  what  I  need  to  do.  I  need  to  quit  my  job  and  find

something less stressful!

Paula: Maybe I should too!

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