Meaning of on one's plate | Babel Free
Definitions
- To be dealt with or handled.
- Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, plate.
Equivalents
Español
entre manos
Examples
“I can't take on any more work. I already have enough on my plate.”
“"Sorry, Dave," says Bryan, tossing his notes onto Bliss's desk. "But this one's down to you. I've already got half a dozen blaggings on my plate thanks to our Muslim mates.””
“The Concern Channel will tell you about learning to deal only with the significant, legitimate problems that are on your plate today — not what may be on your plate tomorrow.”
“The only major case we had on our plate was in The Netherlands, of all places.”
“I put too much food on my plate — but it would be rude not to finish it now!”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.