Idiom Breakdown

get in the boat and row

//ˌɡɛt‿ɪn ðə ˈboʊt n̩ ˈɹoʊ/ / /ˌɡɛt‿ɪn ðə ˈbəʊt n̩ ˈɹəʊ//

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Definition

To make a substantial effort, especially in cooperation with others in a group; also, to perform one's share of work.

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From the image of a person or group of people stepping into a boat and rowing to get it moving.

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"Mr. [Christopher] Keene himself only found out he was the committee's choice last Friday, […] "I have to spend the next six months finding out what's going on," he said. "I'm just going to get in the boat and row.""
"He [Ruckelshaus] encourages people not just to complain, but get into public service, or be involved. "Get in the boat and row," is his advice."
"Everyone has to contribute to the company. Whether they're an individual employee, a team lead, a manager, or someone from the overall executive team, everyone has to get in the boat and row."

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