The team finally got off the mark with a late goal.
get off the mark
idiomTo score one's first points
After struggling for three games, the striker finally got off the mark with a powerful header.
Despite the immense pressure of the championship final, the young athlete managed to get off the mark early, securing the lead for his team.
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black mark
Something that negatively affects someone's reputation.
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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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could not get elected dogcatcher
Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
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don't get someone started
Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.
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easy mark
Someone who is easily fooled or victimized.
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five will get you ten
I strongly believe.
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get a charge out of
To derive excitement, entertainment, or pleasure from.
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get a clue
To become aware of the obvious reality of a situation, often used as a command to indicate frustration