Get a grip

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25 December 2025

We use this expression to tell someone to stop worrying about something and control themselves. It's often a reply to a moment of panic.

Written: No

Spoken: Yes

Formal: No

Informal: Yes

Example 1

I'm so worried, everything might go wrong. It could be terrible!

It's only a game. Get a grip!

Example 2

I've got exams, I haven't worked, I don't feel well. It's all going wrong!

Get a grip! The exams are next month, so you've got plenty of time to revise. Now..