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gird up one's loins
Fig. to get ready, especially for hard work; to prepare oneself (for something). Well, I guess I had better gird up my loins and go to work. Somebody has to do something about the problem. Why don't you gird up your loins and do something? gird (up) your loins (humorous) to prepare yourself mentally to do something difficult Usage notes: This phrase comes from the Bible, where girding up your loins meant to tie up long, loose clothes so that they were more practical when you were working or travelling. Both sides are presently girding their loins for the legal battles that lie ahead. See also: gird the fruit of your loins (humorous) your children The fruit of my loins you may be, but that doesn't mean I have to look after you all my life! See bear fruitSee also: fruit Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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