do not get me started
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used to ask someone not to make one talk about a certain topic as it might start a lengthy, unpleasant discussion
The idiom "do not get me started" originated from the idea of avoiding a topic or subject that elicits strong emotions or opinions in the speaker. It is a statement used to caution others against initiating a conversation or discussion on a particular topic that the speaker feels passionate or strongly opinionated about. It is most often used as a warning to others to refrain from engaging the speaker on that specific subject.
- Oh, don't get me started on reality TV shows; I have a lot to say about their negative influence on society.
- Do not get me started on the inefficiency of the public transportation system; I could go on for hours.
- Let's not get me started on people who don't recycle; it frustrates me to no end.
- I'm warning you, do not get me started on the state of education in our country; I have strong opinions about the flaws in the system.