get with the times
To become aware of modern trends, words or ideas.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“You need to get with the times and use a smartphone.”
“My grandfather finally bought a laptop because he realized he needed to get with the times to talk to us.”
“The company struggled to remain relevant until the board insisted that the management team get with the times and adopt modern digital strategies.”
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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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fast times
A period of time characterized by quickly-paced activity, especially involving extravagant or risky conduct, sexual behavior, or other exciting events.
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five will get you ten
I strongly believe.
Last updated August 10, 2026