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get a fix

idiom

To obtain something necessary, especially a dose of an addictive drug or anything else compulsively sought after.


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  1. 01

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  2. 02

    could not get elected dogcatcher

    Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.

  3. 03

    don't get someone started

    Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.

  4. 04

    five will get you ten

    I strongly believe.

  5. 05

    fix someone's wagon

    To cause injury, distress, or inconvenience to someone, especially as punishment or as a comeuppance.

  6. 06

    fix the roof while the sun is shining

    To deal with a problem or potential problem while conditions are favorable.

  7. 07

    get a charge out of

    To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.

  8. 08

    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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