Question 1

What does "get someone at it" mean?

Accepted Answer

To direct or motivate someone to begin or continue working on a specific task immediately.

Question 2

How do you use "get someone at it" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

We need the report by Friday — get him at it as soon as he arrives.

Question 3

Is "get someone at it" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"get someone at it" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Fairly informal and mostly British. Often used by someone in authority who wants another person to begin a task without delay. 'It' usually refers to a task already known from context. Less common than alternatives like 'get someone on it' or 'get someone started.'

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