sock it to somebody
sock it to (one)
1. To attack or compete against someone in a very strong or forceful manner. Wow, Jim really socked it to that guy. I didn't know he was that tough! Sock it to them, guys! I know you can beat them!
2. By extension, to deliver news or information to someone that will have a very large impact or effect. A: "I don't think you're going to like these financial results." B: "Sock it to me, I'm ready."
See also: sock
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
ˈsock it to somebody
(informal or humorous) do something or tell somebody something in a strong and effective way: Go in there and sock it to ’em!See also: sock, somebody
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- sock it to
- sock it to (one)
- Sock it to me!
- sock it to someone
- sock it to them
- sock
- sock (someone) one
- knock someone’s socks off
- socked
- push against