Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

in-the-groove

idiom
/ˌɪn ðə ɡruːv/
Definition
In a state of being comfortable, relaxed, and performing well in a particular activity.
Examples
  • After weeks of practice, she finally felt like she was in-the-groove during her performances.
  • Once he got the hang of the new software, he was in-the-groove and completing projects ahead of schedule.
Meaning
The phrase ‘in-the-groove’ refers to a period when someone is fully engaged in an activity, usually resulting in peak performance or output. It suggests a feeling of being in sync with the task at hand.
Synonyms
  • in the zone
  • on a roll
  • meshing
  • on track