Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get-your-act-together

idiom

/ɡɛt jɔːr ækt təˈɡeðər/

Definition

To organize your life or situation effectively.

Examples

After several missed deadlines, she decided it was time to get her act together.
He realized that he needed to get his act together if he wanted to succeed in his career.

Meaning

This phrase is used when someone is advised to stop being disorganized or irresponsible and to start acting in a more responsible and coherent manner.