get with the program

get with the program
[often in imperative] informal do what is expected of one; adopt the prevailing viewpoint

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get with the program
informal : to start doing what others need or want you to do : to become involved and active in a useful and effective way

His boss told him that he'd better get with the program if he wants to keep his job.

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get with the ˈprogramme idiom
(BrE) (NAmE get with the ˈprogram) (informal) (usually in orders) used to tell sb that they should change their attitude and do what they are supposed to be doing
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