The idiom "flat out like a lizard" is an Australian slang phrase that means to be extremely busy or working very hard. It is often used to describe someone who is working tirelessly or putting in a lot of effort to get something done.
The phrase "flat out" means to be working at full capacity or maximum effort, while "like a lizard" refers to the way lizards lie flat on the ground to conserve energy and stay cool. So, when someone is "flat out like a lizard," it means they are working as hard as they can, just like a lizard lying flat out in the sun.
This phrase is commonly used in informal situations, such as in casual conversations with friends or colleagues. It is also used in professional settings to describe a situation where a person is working hard to complete a task or meet a deadline.
For example, if someone asks you how your day was at work, you might say "I was flat out like a lizard all day trying to finish my project." This means that you were very busy and working hard to get your work done.
• He was flat out like a lizard trying to fix the car engine before the race.
• I am flat out like a lizard in the sun after my long walk.
• The restaurant was flat out like a lizard during lunchtime, with all the customers coming in.
• My boss has been working flat out like a lizard to finish the project on time.
• The company has been running flat out like a lizard to meet the demands of its customers in a timely manner.
• The team has been working flat out like a lizard to win the championship this year.