Idiom Breakdown

put one's affairs in order

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Definition

To prepare for the end of, or a radical change in, one's life.

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In Context

"What did the test say, Doc? —I think it's time for you to be putting your affairs in order."
"The judge gave him ten days to put his affairs in order before beginning his sentence."

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Also Said As

get one's affairs in order
settle one's affairs

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