Roll up your sleeves Definition 1 of 3Pro Tip 1/3Work Initiation Used when starting a period of intense work or effort, especially in a group. Team, this quarter we roll up our sleeves and boost sales! Pro Tip 2/3Metaphorical Use It's not literal; no need to physically roll up sleeves but instead start working hard. I don't wear sleeves, but I'm ready to roll them up for this! Pro Tip 3/3Motivating Phrase Common in motivational speeches to encourage teamwork and effort. We've faced tough challenges before, so let's roll up our sleeves!