Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
snap-out-of-it
Phrasal Verb
/snæp aʊt əv ɪt/
Definition
To suddenly stop being in a particular state of mind, especially one that is negative or unproductive.
Examples
- After feeling down for weeks, she decided it was time to snap out of it and focus on her goals.
- He was so lost in thought that his friend had to tell him to snap out of it before they missed the movie.
Meaning
To recover from a state of unhappiness, distraction, or daydreaming and return to a more alert or positive state.
Synonyms
- wake up
- pull oneself together
- get a grip
