have/get your head screwed on right/straight

have/get your head screwed on right/straight
have/get your head (screwed) on right/straight
informal : to think or act in a smart and sensible way

She's young, but it's clear that she has her head screwed on right.

You think that's a good idea? You need to get your head screwed on straight.

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have/get your head screwed on right/straight — see head, 1
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Main Entry:screw

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