Got (one's) hooks into (someone or something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "got (one's) hooks into (someone or something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-11-25 10:11

Meaning of Got (one's) hooks into (someone or something) (redirected from get (one's) hooks into (someone or something) )

Get (one's) hooks into (someone or something) phrase

To get control, power, or influence over someone or something, particularly with a hidden motive.

 

If I got my hooks into the ministry of education and training, I would change these rules.

Getting his hooks into the operation of the organization is just the first step in his malicious plot.

Grammar and Usage of Get (one's) hooks into (someone or something)

Verb Forms

  • got (one's) hooks into (someone or something)
  • getting (one's) hooks into (someone or something)

The verb "get" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Get (one's) hooks into (someone or something)

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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