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up and running

idiom
Meaning

operational, in operation


Examples
SIMPLE

The new website is finally up and running.

CONTEXTUAL

After the power outage, the technicians worked all night to get the servers back up and running.

COMPLEX

Once the software update was complete, the entire network was up and running, allowing the staff to resume their urgent tasks without further delay.

Anchors to
Related idioms5entries
  1. 01

    hit the ground running

    To begin an activity immediately and with full commitment.

  2. 02

    make the running

    To have a leading or influential position in a field or activity; to be more active than others.

  3. 03

    off and running

    Launched or launching vigorously into a course of action.

  4. 04

    running start

    An initial advantage at the beginning of some action or pursuit; a head start.

  5. 05

    take up the running

    To proceed at full speed.

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