To hit the ground running

Meaning

To start working energetically and effectively immediately.

Examples

• John: 'We need someone who can <b>hit the ground running</b> on this project.'
• Alice: 'I'm confident I can meet that expectation.'
• John: 'Yes, his contributions have been impressive from the start.'
• Alice: 'He really <b>hit the ground running</b> in his new role.'