# open the batting

idiom

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/open-the-batting
Updated: 2026-08-10

## Meaning

By extension, to commence proceedings (in general, not just in cricket).

## Examples

- I will open the batting and start the meeting today.
- Since you have the most experience with this project, you should open the batting at the presentation.
- The director asked the lead researcher to open the batting by outlining the core objectives of the new initiative before the board members arrived.

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