Well, are ya flat out?

v.

Heard in Kildare

An enquiry as to whether a friend is particularly busy or occupied with tasks, chiefly heard in Nurney, County Kildare.

In use

Well laad what's the story? Are ya flat out?

Posh English

Well, my good fellow, what is the news? Are you exceedingly occupied?

  • FlatWorking extremely hard, moving at top speed, or going flat out.
  • Flat til the MatWorking at a frantic pace; exceedingly busy.
  • Flat outWorking very hard or at full capacity.
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