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get organized
/ɡɛt ɔːɡənaɪzd/
arrange things systematically
She decided to get organized before the big move.
She arranged her belongings systematically to prepare for moving.
informal
To arrange things in a systematic or orderly manner
I need to get organized before my presentation.
I need to arrange my materials and thoughts systematically before my presentation.
Getting organized helps reduce stress.
Arranging things systematically can help reduce stress.
This phrase is often used to describe personal or professional efforts to manage time, space, or resources more effectively.
Collocations
get organized withto arrange something with a specific purposeget organized forto prepare systematically for an event or task
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Useful for Planning
This phrase is often used when planning for future events or tasks, such as 'I need to get organized for the trip.'
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The phrase can be used for both physical and abstract organization, so pay attention to the context.
Word Origin
The phrase combines the verb 'get' (to obtain or achieve) with the adjective 'organized' (arranged systematically). It became widely used in the mid-20th century to describe efforts to bring order to one's life or work.
Usage Notes
This phrase is commonly used in both personal and professional contexts to describe the process of arranging things in a structured way. It can refer to physical organization (e.g., cleaning a room) or abstract organization (e.g., planning a schedule).
Word Breakdown
get
to obtain or achieve
verborganized
arranged systematically
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