get the can
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Despite Reed’s attempts to get the can of ammunition back, Kenney told him to ‘write it off,’ Reed told the detective.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 30, 2021
Just to get the can of apple wood out of the ashes.
From "The Truth as Told by Mason Buttle" by Leslie Connor
Leroy laughed while Tayo tried to get the can to his mouth without spilling it or being thrown against the dashboard.
From "Ceremony:" by Leslie Marmon Silko
"Now then, let's get the can opener working."
From Astounding Stories, July, 1931 by Various
Her first move is to hurry down to the kitchen, get the can of hot water, and take it up to Miss Wynn's sleeping room.
From Gwen Wynn by Mayne Reid
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