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get the ball rolling

idiom
Meaning

To begin; to start some action; to set in motion.


Examples
SIMPLE

Let's get the ball rolling on this project today.

CONTEXTUAL

We need to get the ball rolling on the planning process before the deadline arrives next month.

COMPLEX

By organizing the initial committee meeting, the director hoped to get the ball rolling on the long-delayed renovation of the historic library.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    ball hog

    In team sports, a player who keeps the ball to themselves, rather than passing it.

  2. 02

    ball of fire

    A person who is especially active, ambitious, hard-working, or high-achieving.

  3. 03

    ball of malt

    A glass of whiskey.

  4. 04

    can't get enough

    Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.

  5. 05

    carry the ball

    To lead in terms of responsibility, initiative, or progress.

  6. 06

    could not get elected dogcatcher

    Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.

  7. 07

    don't get someone started

    Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.

  8. 08

    drop the ball

    To fail in one's responsibilities or duties, or to make a mistake, especially at a critical point or when the result is very negative.

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