Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
get-down-to-business
idiom
/ɡɛt daʊn tə ˈbɪznəs/
Definition
To start focusing on the important matter at hand; to begin working on a task in a serious manner.
Examples
- After a long meeting, we finally decided it was time to get down to business and outline our goals for the project.
- Once everyone was settled, the team leader said, ‘Alright, let’s get down to business and tackle this issue together.’
Meaning
The expression implies the need to move past preliminary discussions or distractions and concentrate on the main objectives.
Synonyms
- get serious
- focus on the task
- get to work
- dig in
