Get your act together.
/ɡɛt jʊər ækt təˈɡɛðər/
Get your act together.
/ɡɛt jʊər ækt təˈɡɛðər/
Get your act together" is an urgent call to someone who is disorganized or performing poorly, urging them to improve their situation swiftly. The origins of this expression are theatrical, dating back to when performers were told to be ready promptly with their scripts and costumes. Today, this idiom applies to anyone needing to sort out their affairs, whether it’s preparing for an important meeting, managing finances, or simply improving daily routines. It encourages taking control of one’s responsibilities and acting decisively to achieve better outcomes.
You need to get your act together before the finals.
You need to organize yourself and prepare effectively before the finals.
He finally got his act together and finished the project.
He organized his responsibilities and completed his project successfully.
After struggling in her first year, she got her act together and became one of the top students.
After initial struggles, she organized and improved herself, achieving high academic success.