get (something) over and done with

get (something) over and done with

To finish something, typically something unpleasant. The doctor told me that I have to get a shot, so let's get it over and done with. Once we get final exams over and done with, summer vacation is right around the corner! I know you want to get this project over and done with, but slow down and do the work carefully.

See also: and, done, get, over

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