simple past tense and past participle of dot the i's and cross the t's

present participle of dot the i's and cross the t's

(figuratively) To undertake an overwhelmingly difficult task or approach to a problem.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of dot the i's and cross the t's

(colloquial, now principally US, dated) Alternative form of as tight as Dick's hatband

Alternative form of on the Q.T.

Alternative form of on the Q.T.

(idiomatic) Quietly; in a secretive manner; clandestinely.

Alternative form of on the Q.T.

(idiomatic) Placed in a complex situation (especially work-related) without adequate preparation or experience.