get (something) through to (someone)

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phrase (1)

: to express (something) clearly so that it is understood by (someone)

I hope I've finally gotten my message through to him.

get through to (someone)

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phrase (2)

1

: to be clearly expressed to and understood by (someone)

I've talked to him many times, but I just can't seem to get through to him.

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: to make a successful telephone call to (someone)

Where were you? I've been trying to get through to you (on the phone) all day!