get on for (something)
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To approach a particular thing. You better call them now—it's getting on for four o'clock, and they won't be in the office all day.
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getting on for
approaching (a specified time, age, or amount); almost. chiefly BritishFarlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017