get your teeth into

get (one's) teeth into (something)

To start doing or become involved in something with one's utmost energy, determination, or enthusiasm. I'm always looking for a great book to get my teeth into. I'd like you to get your teeth into this new project I'm developing. A: "Wow, your intern really got her teeth into that filing!" B: "I know, she got so much done in just one day."
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get (or sink) your teeth into

work energetically and productively on (a task).
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get/sink your ˈteeth into something

(informal) put effort and enthusiasm into something that is difficult enough to keep you interested: This job is too easy. Why can’t they give me something I can really get my teeth into?
See also: get, sink, something, teeth
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