On (one's) plate In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "on (one's) plate", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-08-29 10:08

Meaning of On (one's) plate

On (one's) plate phrase

This phrase refers to tasks, things, or responsibilities that one has to focus their time and energy to deal with.

 

Can you reduce the number of exercises? Because we've already had a lot on our plate.

I hope the Maths teacher won't assign us more homework as I have enough on my plate.

Sorry, I can't hang out with you guys now because I have plenty on my plate at the moment.

Origin of On (one's) plate

This phrase is often used in the phrase "have enough, a lot, etc. on your plate", which dates back to the 1920s.

The Origin Cited: The free dictionary .
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