get a move on
Example Sentences
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He said he was taking in the scenery on the second hole, when one of the other players in his foursome told him that Trump had asked if he could "get a move on".
From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025
Dutch trade minister Liesje Schreinemacher, describing the act as "very worrisome", said the taskforce had to "get a move on" and produce results as soon as possible.
From Reuters • Nov. 25, 2022
The scoreboard at the Sentry Tournament of Champions delivered a clear message to get a move on it.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2022
I’m still a fair way short of that threshold, but let’s just say the curtain has gone up on Act 3, and it’s time to get a move on.
From Washington Post • Sep. 28, 2021
“I’ll fetch your heavy coat and gloves, Nell. You throw on your checkered gown. We’ve got to get a move on if we’re going to make the train.”
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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