Idiom
get hooked by
Meanings
To become strongly interested in something and want to continue it.
To start a habit that feels addictive or hard to stop.
Definition
To get hooked by something means to become very interested in it or unable to stop doing it.
If you get hooked by something, it quickly grabs your attention and makes you want more. You may keep watching, reading, playing, or doing it because it feels exciting or satisfying. It can be used for harmless interests (like a TV series) or for habits that feel addictive (like gambling).
Examples
- I got hooked by the first episode and watched the whole season.
- She got hooked by knitting and now makes something every weekend.
- He got hooked by mobile games during his commute.
- We got hooked by that podcast and listened to it nonstop.
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- have a chinwag To have a chinwag means to have a relaxed, friendly chat with someone.
- face the music To accept and deal with the unpleasant consequences of what you have done or a difficult situation.