get with the times



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get with the times

slang To understand or be knowledgeable of modern times, especially as relates to the contemporary trends, ideas, or fashions. (Usually said as a jocular or sarcastic imperative.) Get with the times, John, nobody wears their hat like that anymore! Lots of couples live together before they're married, Grandpa. Get with the times!
See also: get, times

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Bev-English
Laurits-Danish, Norwegian
Small[smɔ:l]
Wolter-Dutch
Belle[bel]
DİLay-Turkish