We need to get a wiggle on or we will be late.
get a wiggle on
idiomTo hurry up.
The train leaves in five minutes, so please get a wiggle on and finish packing.
Realizing the storm was approaching rapidly, the hikers had to get a wiggle on if they hoped to reach the shelter before nightfall.
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as it gets
As it is possible to be.
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been there, done that, got the T-shirt
Alternative form of been there, done that, bought the T-shirt.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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cat got someone's tongue
Why is someone not saying anything?
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could not get elected dogcatcher
Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
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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.
Last updated April 17, 2026