“Hit the ground running”

Definition

To start something with energy and immediate progress.

Examples

Examples

“The new manager hit the ground running in her first week.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Hit the ground running" mean?
"Hit the ground running" means to start something with energy and immediate progress..
How do you use "Hit the ground running" in a sentence?
Example: "The new manager hit the ground running in her first week."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Hit the ground running"?
Начать дело энергично и сразу добиться прогресса. / Սկսել գործը մեծ եռանդով և անմիջապես առաջընթաց ունենալ։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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