get cracking
Example Sentences
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The time has come to get cracking on this problem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026
Diners told Langer they were there to support him and his call for City Hall to get cracking.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2024
A former sub-postmaster who says his life was ruined by the Post Office scandal has called on the prime minister to "get cracking" with plans to exonerate and compensate victims.
From BBC ● Jan. 9, 2024
Chairman Mark Green, Tennessee Republican, said the Homeland Security Department is nearly a month delinquent, and he prodded officials to get cracking.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 9, 2023
“I’m officially required to tell you who cares and let’s get cracking on that Pizza Garden,” Lydia said.
From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner
