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Light a fire under someone

Idiom Motivation

Meaning

To motivate someone to take action or work harder.

Example Sentences

"The coach’s speech really lit a fire under the players."

Related Expressions

tide over

to help someone through a difficult period

pan out

to turn out well or produce a good result

cover your bases

to prepare for all possible outcomes; to be cautious

beat the clock

to finish something before the deadline

hit the road

to start a journey; to leave a place

put one's foot down

to make a firm decision or take a strong stand on something