Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get your ducks in a row

idiom
/ɡɛt jʊər dʌks ɪn ə roʊ/
Definition
To get organized and prepared for what needs to be done.
Examples
  • Before we launch the project, we need to get our ducks in a row.
  • She took a few days off work to get her ducks in a row before the move.
Meaning
This phrase means to make sure everything is arranged properly before moving forward with a plan or task.
Synonyms
  • Get organized
  • Prepare
  • Sort things out