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Get the ball rolling.

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Meaning

Start the process or initiative.

Examples

  • John: 'We should begin working on the proposal immediately.'<br>
  • Alice: 'Let's get the ball rolling then.'
  • John: 'Let's get the ball rolling; I've already booked the venue.'
  • Alice: 'It's time to start planning for the conference.'<br>
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