What is another word for getting a hold of?
Pronunciation: [ɡˌɛtɪŋ ɐ hˈə͡ʊld ɒv] (IPA) 
Getting a hold of someone or something can sometimes be a challenge, but there are plenty of synonyms to convey the same idea. "Reaching out to," "contacting," "connecting with," or "getting in touch with" are all phrases that can be used instead. When referring to the act of acquiring an item, one might say they are "obtaining" it, "procuring" it, or "securing" it. Additionally, one could use the phrase "laying hands on" to indicate the successful retrieval of a desired object or position. No matter which synonym is used, the idea of successfully making contact or acquiring something remains the same.
