If we want to finish this project, everyone must get in the boat and row.
get in the boat and row
idiomTo make a substantial effort, especially in cooperation with others in a group; also, to perform one's share of work.
Origin
disputed originFrom the image of a person or group of people stepping into a boat and rowing to get it moving.
The team was falling behind on the deadline, so the manager reminded them that they all needed to get in the boat and row.
Recognizing that the survival of the organization depended on collective action, the board members finally agreed to put aside their differences, get in the boat, and row.
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boy in the boat
The human clitoris.
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camp as a row of tents
Very camp, highly campy.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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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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float someone's boat
To interest or appeal to someone; to make someone happy.
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fresh off the boat
Newly arrived from a foreign place, especially as an immigrant who is still unfamiliar with the customs and language of their new environment.