We need to keep the ball rolling on this project.
keep the ball rolling
idiomTo continue an action indicated in the context; to sustain a process.
After the initial success of the meeting, we must keep the ball rolling to finish the report by Friday.
To ensure the momentum of the campaign remains strong, the team must keep the ball rolling through the final weeks of the election.
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ball hog
In team sports, a player who keeps the ball to themselves, rather than passing it.
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ball of fire
A person who is especially active, ambitious, hard-working, or high-achieving.
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ball of malt
A glass of whiskey.
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carry the ball
To lead in terms of responsibility, initiative, or progress.
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cobbler, keep to your last
One should not criticise matters outside one's field of expertise; one should mind one's business.
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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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earn one's keep
To perform satisfactory physical labor or to provide other worthy services in return for remuneration, lodging, or other benefits; to support oneself financially.
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get the ball rolling
To begin; to start some action; to set in motion.