Idioms · Proverb Hunter

Get off one`s butt

To get busy, to start working.My friend should get off his butt and try to find a job.

To make a bad start to a relationship.Unfortunately, my relationship with my new teacher got off on the wrong foot.

To escape a serious punishment.The criminals got off easy after they robbed the bank.

To leave or exit from a bus or train etc..We will get off the train at the next station.

To escape or avoid punishment.The criminal got off with a very light sentence from the judge.

To make no progress.We are getting nowhere fast in our effort to convince our boss to give us a holiday.

To become confused."I`m sorry but I got mixed up with the dates. That`s why I came today."

To marry someone.We got married in June of last year.

To become angry with someone or something.I often get mad at my friend when he is late.

Go away!.The girl told her brother to get lost so she could finish doing her homework.