get on (one) about (something)
get on (one) about (something)
To bother or nag one about something. I always have to get on the kids about cleaning their rooms. I really wish the boss would stop getting on me about the report—I already told him I'd have it finished by the end of the week! Do you have to get on me about every little thing? Let me work at my own pace, geez!
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