The phrase "gets in the way" implies an obstruction, hindrance, or interference with something or someone. Antonyms of this phrase would include words and expressions that suggest movement, facilitation, or smoothness. For instance, "clears the path," "facilitates progress," "moves forward," "opens the way," "supports advancement," or "expedites the journey." All these expressions convey a sense of progress, ease, or improvement in achieving a goal or overcoming an obstacle. On the other hand, the opposite of "getting in the way" can also be expressed by using negative prefixes, such as "unblocks" or "decongests," which indicate the removal of an obstruction.