get your ducks in a row

Meaning: to organize yourself; to prepare systematically.

Language: English

Literally: to get your ducks in a row

Category: Animals

Origin: American phrase; ducklings naturally follow mother in a line when swimming.

More idioms — Animals

in a pig's eye — absolutely not; never; expressing strong disagreement.
like a fish out of water — uncomfortable or awkward in a situation; out of one's element.
bury the hatchet — to make peace; to settle a dispute.
a nose for something — a talent for finding or recognizing something; keen instinct.
Il y a anguille sous roche — Something suspicious is quietly going on beneath the surface.
Ménager la chèvre et le chou — To try to please both sides of a conflict without committing to either.

stick your oar in — to interfere in someone else's affairs; to meddle.
lower your guard — to relax defenses; to become vulnerable.
bring home the bacon — to provide income; to succeed in earning money.
have an axe to grind — to have a personal grievance; hidden motives behind actions.
come hell or high water — no matter what obstacles arise; with absolute determination.
run rings around someone — to easily surpass someone; to be far superior in ability.

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