Multitasking - idiomas OCW

Definition: To think about one thing, ignoring everything else.
Example: She ******** when it comes to her career.

• bit off more than she could chew

• had a one-track mind

• got her act together

• buckled down

Definition: To take on more responsibility than one can handle.

Example: He ******** by accepting three projects at once.

• bit off more than he could chew

• got a handle on it

• had a one-track mind

• ran like a chicken with its head cut off

Definition: To gain control or understanding of something.

Example: She finally ******** her new job after a few weeks of training.

• got a handle on

• buckled down

• got her act together

• bit off more than she could chew

Definition: To start working seriously and with focus.

Example: If you want to pass, you must ******** and study hard.

• get a handle on

• buckle down

• get your act together

• bite off more than I can chew

Definition: To organize yourself better and act responsibly.

Example: She always used to arrive late, but now she ******** and arrives on time.

• got her act together

• buckled down

• bit off more than she could chew

• had a one-track mind

Definition: To be very busy and act in a confusing way.

Example: He was running around ******** before the wedding started.

• like a chicken with its head cut off

• getting a handle on it

• buckling down

• getting his act together