“Get the ball rolling”

Definition

To start something.

Examples

Examples

“Let’s get the ball rolling on this project.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Get the ball rolling" mean?
"Get the ball rolling" means to start something..
How do you use "Get the ball rolling" in a sentence?
Example: "Let’s get the ball rolling on this project."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Get the ball rolling"?
Начать процесс. / Սկսել գործընթացը։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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