Workplace
Get our ducks in a row
Used when preparation and organization are needed before taking action
Literal Meaning
To arrange ducks in a straight line or formation
Actual Meaning
Get organized and prepared, ensuring all elements are in order before proceeding
Examples in Context

Manager: 'Let's get our ducks in a row before the client meeting.' (Translation: We need to be fully prepared)

Helpful Tips
  • 1Implies current disorganization
  • 2Time to prepare and organize
  • 3Important before major actions
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
get organized
prepare adequately
arrange systematically
set in order
line up
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