Idioms beginning with G
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Meaning: to follow the correct steps in order to get something done
Example: If you want to get a new licence you will have to go through the proper channels. Otherwise it will not be legal. Read more ➺
Meaning: to hurry something up
Example: The laundry man better get cracking with our clothes else we will miss the event. Read more ➺
Meaning: Follow rules, procedures, or laws exactly without deviation.
Example: The officer goes by the book, even in emergencies. Read more ➺
Meaning: decisively deal with a difficult or dangerous situation
Example: Jone decided to take the bull by the horns and organise things for himself. Read more ➺
Meaning: to find out the truth relating to a situation
Example: The murderer will not get away with it, the news anchor said. She assured the audiences that the police will get to the bottom of it all. Read more ➺
Meaning: to give someone a harsh scolding
Example: That office gives hell to its employees because the boss is mean guy. Read more ➺
get out of bed on the wrong side
Meaning: be very irritable and grouchy
Example: You seem to be in a very bad temper today. Did you get out on the wrong side of the bed? Read more ➺
Meaning: To start an activity or process.
Example: The manager decided to get the ball rolling by presenting the first proposal. Read more ➺
Meaning: to be pretentious/showy
Example: Susan is a very smart girl but the fact that she gives herself airs about her job makes me like her a little less. Read more ➺
Meaning: get organized and on schedule
Example: The official was asked to get his act together if he wanted to keep his post. Read more ➺
