“The ball is rolling”

Definition

Something has started and is now progressing.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "The ball is rolling".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "The ball is rolling" mean?
"The ball is rolling" means something has started and is now progressing..
How do you use "The ball is rolling" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "The ball is rolling"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "The ball is rolling"?
Дело началось и уже движется вперёд. / Ինչ-որ բան արդեն սկսվել է և առաջ է գնում։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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