get rolling

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get rolling

Let's get rolling on this project.

Definition
  1. Verb (intransitive):
    • To begin an activity or process; to start moving or operating: This phrase means to initiate action, often implying a sense of urgency or the commencement of something that has been delayed. It suggests transitioning from a state of inactivity or planning into one of active progress.
Usage
  • The phrase "get rolling" is used to urge or describe the start of an activity, project, or journey. It is informal and often used in spoken English.
  • It can be used in imperative form to give a direct instruction to begin.
  • It is frequently used in business, project management, and casual contexts to encourage prompt action.
Examples
  • Verb:
    • We have the plans approved, so let's get rolling on the construction.
    • The meeting is over; it's time to get rolling on our assigned tasks.
    • Once the funding is secured, the project can finally get rolling.
Advanced Usage
  • "to get the ball rolling": This is a closely related, more common idiom with the same core meaning of initiating an activity. It often implies starting a process that others will then continue.
    • I'll give a brief introduction to get the ball rolling on the discussion.
Variants and Related Words
  • Get started (verb phrase): To begin. A more neutral synonym.
    • We need to get started before it gets dark.
  • Commence (verb): To begin formally. More formal than "get rolling."
    • The ceremony will commence at noon.
Synonyms
  • Begin: To start.
  • Kick off: To start, especially an event or project (informal).
  • Get going: To start moving or acting (informal).
  • Get underway: To start, often used for events or journeys.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Get on with (something): To start or continue doing something, especially after a delay.
    • Stop talking and get on with your work.
  • Set about (something): To start doing or dealing with something.
    • She set about cleaning the house.
Related Idioms
  • Get the show on the road: To start an activity or journey that has been planned.
    • The bus is here, so let's get the show on the road.
  • Start the ball rolling: Synonymous with "get the ball rolling," meaning to initiate an action or process.
    • He asked a question to start the ball rolling.
get rolling

Let's get rolling on this project.

Verb
  1. start to be active
    • Get cracking, please!

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