get stuck in

idiom

British, informal
: to start doing something with a lot of energy
The food looks good. Grab a plate and get stuck in.

Examples of get stuck in in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The extra space was created for any tourists who might happen to get stuck in the city during a war. Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 13 Apr. 2024 Small things get stuck in the machinery and can contaminate the waste stream. Dana Oland, Idaho Statesman, 8 Apr. 2024 Financial news can get stuck in a rut, and many days the same handful of stories may appear about the same handful of executives. Luisa Beltran, Fortune, 19 Mar. 2024 In some cases, teams get stuck in the ‘storming’ phase of teambuilding, unable to move into the norming and performing stage, or at least not as quickly. Anna Shields, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 The leakproof four-piece set boasts a durable three-layer design that keeps its contents secure and is strategically shaped so product doesn't get stuck in the corners. Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2024 The Arizona Department of Transportation has helpful tips for drivers who may get stuck in a dust storm while driving. Staff Reports, The Arizona Republic, 28 Feb. 2024 But the alternative to creating a future is to get stuck in the past. Dev Patnaik, Forbes, 18 Feb. 2024 Without a degree, people get stuck in low-wage jobs. Kara Dennison, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024

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“Get stuck in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20stuck%20in. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

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