get to work

idiom

: to start working
We need to stop delaying and get to work.

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Once the budget resolution passes out of committee, all the committees that received instructions get to work. Barbara Sprunt, NPR, 25 Feb. 2025 While these intensive ingredients get to work, lactobacillus ferment, a probiotic, soothes skin to offset any sensitivity. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 25 Feb. 2025 And yet minutes later she’s managed to pick out a book and get to work. Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Feb. 2025 Keeping track of your wallet and bag and keys can be tricky, especially in the morning when you're pressed for time and rushing to get to work, school, or wherever. Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 4 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for get to work

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“Get to work.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20to%20work. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.

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