Hit (one's) straps In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "hit (one's) straps", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Ann Thu calendar 2021-07-02 02:07

Meaning of Hit (one's) straps

Hit (one's) straps Australia verb phrase informal

"Stride" can be used instead of "straps" in the phrase "hit (one's) straps".

The phrase means that someone tries to achieve proficiency in a particular sector or work.

 

After 2 years, he really hit his straps and become a drummer of the local band.

She has made great efforts to hit her straps at her new job.

To reach a stable speed when running or walking

At the beginning of the race, he seemed to run very fast, but after that he hit his straps and finished the race at third place.

Other phrases about:

someone's sun has set

1. One's success has gone down or ended.

2. One has passed away.

anyone's game

A game in which all sides have potential to win

Nothing succeeds like success

Initial success leads to further and greater success.

the dizzy heights of sth

A humorous expression of a position which is important or successful.

lead the field/pack/world

To be better or more successful than other people, companies, or countries in a particular activity

Grammar and Usage of Hit (one's) straps

Verb Forms

  • hit (one's) straps
  • hits (one's) straps
  • hitting (one's) straps

The verb "hit" should be conjugated according to its tense. 

Origin of Hit (one's) straps

The phrase, which is used mainly in sporting contexts, derived from Australian English. It may have come from the idea of looking for the straps of one's swag pack, interpreted metaphorically as seeking a new job.

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