set the wheels in motion
idiomto initiate a chain of events necessary to help one achieve a goal (more quickly)
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all set
Ready, prepared, equipped.
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Brownian motion
A state of chaos or disarray.
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game, set, match
An expression indicating finality, announcing that a series of events—usually involving some form of rivalry—has reached a conclusion.
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grease the wheels
To create conditions likely to produce or hasten favorable future developments.
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grow a set
Synonym of grow a pair.
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hell on wheels
A situation that is tough, aggressive, lawless, and wild.
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jet set
A social class of wealthy people who travel for pleasure.
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motion of someone's ocean
The way someone moves during sex.