get stuck in

Definición y Significado de "get stuck in"

to get stuck in

FRASE

to not be able to move from a place or position

to [get] stuck (in|into) definition and meaning

Example

The car got stuck in the mud after the rainstorm.

She got stuck into the elevator when it malfunctioned.

to start with much enthusiasm

Dialect

British

Idiom

Informal

What is the origin of the idiom "get stuck in" and when to use it?

The idiom "get stuck in" is commonly used in British and informal English to describe the act of starting an activity with much enthusiasm and dedication. The origin of this idiom is uncertain, but it is likely rooted in the idea of eagerly immersing oneself in a task, as if one is figuratively "stuck" into it.

Example

Bud got stuck into it straight away and really enjoyed exploring the foam and making different shapes with it.

He got stuck into his new job and quickly made a positive impact on the team.