get into it
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Meaning · English
To fight or argue about something, especially a long-simmering issue; to begin thoroughly attending to a lengthy process or situation.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
We're finally going to get into it about the policy.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “get into it” mean?
To fight or argue about something, especially a long-simmering issue; to begin thoroughly attending to a lengthy process or situation.
Is “get into it” formal or informal?
get into it is generally slang.