rushed off one's feet
Frantically busy constantly
Rushed off one's feet describes being extremely busy, with so much to do that there's barely time to rest or even stand still.
The phrase is primarily British and suggests a state of constant hurried activity, usually at work.
The waitstaff were rushed off their feet during the lunch rush.
Someone in this condition has no time to catch their breath between tasks.
- hecticIntensely busy, almost overwhelming
- at full tiltAt maximum speed or intensity
- anxiousTroubled by uncertainty
- overworkedLaboring beyond healthy limits
- rushQuick sudden movement
exhausted · dash · snowed under · swamped · up to one's ears · worn out · hurry · deadlines · flat out · burning the candle · pressed for time · frazzled · burnt out · run ragged · overwhelmed · sweat · pant · multitasking
rushed off one's feetidle
Without activity or purpose
twiddling one's thumbs · unoccupied · at leisure · kicking one's heels · free
rushed off one's feetleisurely
Done without urgency
relaxed · unhurried · laid-back · taking it easy · taking one's time