need (something) yesterday
need (something) yesterday
To need, require, or desire something very urgently or as soon as possible. James, I need those expense reports yesterday! We can't start the meeting without them! I had a look at your car. Its engine needs a total overhaul, like, yesterday.
See also: need, yesterday
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
I need it yesterday.
Inf. an answer to the question "When do you need this?" (Indicates that the need is urgent.) Bob: When do you need that urgent survey? Bill: I need it yesterday. Mary: Where's the Wilson contract? Sue: Do you need it now? Mary: I need it yesterday! Where is it?
See also: need, yesterday
need something yesterday
Inf. to require something in a very big hurry. Yes, I'm in a hurry! I need it yesterday! When do I need it? Now! Now! No, I need it yesterday!
See also: need, yesterday
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
- I need it yesterday
- need yesterday
- What can I do for you?
- cry out for
- cry out for (someone or something)
- confer about (someone or something)
- a crying need
- crying need
- say no more
- put out a call for (someone or something)