Question 1

What does "go about" mean?

Accepted Answer

To approach or deal with a task or problem in a particular way.

Question 2

How do you use "go about" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

How do you go about applying for a work visa in this country?

Question 3

Is "go about" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"go about" is register-neutral — appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. Used in two main senses: (1) how you do something ('how do you go about this?') and (2) continuing with daily life ('going about her business'). Sense 1 is very common in questions and instructions. Nautical use (tacking) is specialised.

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