getting on for
get on for (something)
To approach a particular thing. You better call them now—it's getting on for four o'clock, and they won't be in the office all day.
See also: get, on
getting on for (something)
Near, about, or approximately (something). Primarily heard in UK. I can't believe I'm getting on for 30—I feel like we just graduated from high school!
See also: get, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
getting on for
approaching (a specified time, age, or amount); almost. chiefly BritishSee also: get, on
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- get on for (something)
- always the bridesmaid
- always the bridesmaid, never the bride
- bride
- bridesmaid
- come across like
- come across like (someone or something)
- remember (someone or something) as (something)
- remember as
- reckon (someone or something) as (someone or something)