That politician is so unpopular he could not get elected dogcatcher.
could not get elected dogcatcher
idiomSaid of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
Origin
disputed originDogcatchers are virtually never elected to their posts; the phrase is hyperbole, using dogcatcher to indicate the most lowly conceivable office.
After the scandal ruined his reputation, the mayor realized he could not get elected dogcatcher in his own hometown.
Despite his long history in the party, his recent failures were so public that even his closest allies admitted he could not get elected dogcatcher.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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don't get someone started
Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.
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five will get you ten
I strongly believe.
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get a charge out of
To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.
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get a clue
To become aware of the obvious reality of a situation, often used as a command to indicate frustration
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get a fix
To obtain something necessary, especially a dose of an addictive drug or anything else compulsively sought after.
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get a grip
To come to one's senses and become more rational after having experienced a strong emotion.
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get a kick out of
To be delighted by; to be amused by.