Idiom meaning, usage examples, facts

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P R S T U W Y

GET/HAVE (SMTH.) DOWN PAT

to do smth. repeatedly until one knows how to do it without a mistake; to perfect an activity
 ...
1. Lynn worked on her dance routine until she could practically do it in her sleep. She had it down pat
2. Practice saying your speech again and again. I want to be sure you get it down pat


Go Back