Usually means: Pursue something with determination, vigor.
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  1. get after: Merriam-Webster
  2. get after: Wiktionary
  3. get after: Dictionary.com
  4. get after: TheFreeDictionary.com

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Definitions from Wiktionary (get after)

verb:  To move into action in pursuit of something.
verb:  To move into action in attempt to catch or defeat another.
verb:  To attempt to convince another to move into action.

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