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DictionarySeegetget on the stick
get on the stickTo organize oneself and begin working on something. You need to get on the stick, or else you'll be up all night working on your book report!See also: get, on, stickget on the stickStart working, as in I have to get on the stick and start preparing dinner. This synonym for get going or get busy alludes to getting a car going by manipulating the gearshift, or stick. [Slang; early 1900s] See also: get, on, stickget on the stick AMERICAN, INFORMALIf you get on the stick, you start making an effort and taking actions to achieve something. Do you want to see some progress? Then let's get on the stick!See also: get, on, stickget on the stick in. to get organized and get busy. Get on the stick and get this job done! See also: get, on, stick |