Get Down to Brass Tacks In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "Get Down to Brass Tacks", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Julia Huong calendar 2022-07-21 09:07

Meaning of Get Down to Brass Tacks

Synonyms:

get down to bedrock

Get Down to Brass Tacks informal verb phrase figurative

To concentrate on the most significant parts of a given situation.

It's time to get down to brass tacks. Please turn off your phone.

I don't have much time, so let's get down to the brass tacks.

I'd like to get down to brass tacks: we need to launch a new product to improve the turnover next year.

Other phrases about:

to kick around (an idea)
to discuss or brainstorm ideas or suggestions informally.
air (one's) opinion

Express one's thoughts or opinions publicly 

what happens on tour stays on tour

Any scandalous activities that occur when traveling in a group should not be discussed with other individuals afterwards.

talk through

1. To have a careful and exhaustive discussion with someone 

2. To offer thorough advice or suggestions to someone 

let it rest

To stop talking about or focusing on a specific topic.

Grammar and Usage of Get Down to Brass Tacks

Verb Forms

  • gets down to brass tacks
  • getting down to brass tacks
  • got down to brass tacks
  • to get down to brass tacks
The verb "get" should be conjugated according to its tense.
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have a romantic or sexual relationship with or marry someone much younger than oneself.
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