Get off my case

phrase

Stop criticizing or annoying me.

I wish my parents would get off my case about my grades.

Informal

Colloquial

Definition 1 of 1

Pro Tip 1/3

Use it with friends or in casual settings, not in formal situations like job interviews.

If my roommate asks again, I'll say, 'Could you get off my case? I'll clean up later.'

Pro Tip 2/3

Shows irritation or exasperation with the person's continued attention or nagging.

After my brother's third reminder, I snapped, 'Get off my case! I heard you the first time.'

Pro Tip 3/3

Implies a desire to make decisions without others' interference or guidance.

She told her friend, 'I'll handle my problems, so just get off my case, please.'

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