GET (A) HOLD OF (SOMEONE) The idiom “to get a hold of” means to interact with someone. If you want to get a hold of someone, you can communicate with them by phone or sending email. You can also go into the office and talk to them in person. To get a hold of someone…
FULL STEAM AHEAD The idiom “full steam ahead” typically refers to the idea that something should be done with all of one’s might, or all of one’s resources. It can also refer to the idea of moving quickly, or even forcefully. The idiom means to do something with as much energy as possible. In academia,…
FOURTH-RATE Fourth-rate refers to a lower class or grade. The term is used to refer to public schools in the US that are not considered to be of high quality. The fourth-rate is a term used to describe someone or something that has no significance or importance. This negative term is often used colloquially to…