get rolling

idiom

informal
1
: to leave
We ought to get rolling if we don't want to be late.
2
: to get started
You should get rolling on that assignment.
The project finally got rolling.

Examples of get rolling in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web If the Eagles don’t get rolling, Sirianni’s seat might get a bit warm as the weather cools. Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2024 Many of Biden’s environmental initiatives are still struggling to get rolling, and some activist groups are not satisfied with what he’s done. Umair Irfan, Vox, 23 July 2024 That said, the Vikings will have some tough decisions on their hands once things get rolling. Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 22 July 2024 Dallas’ tenacious rim protection was lacking and Edwards was starting to get rolling, but these are the type of moments that Irving lives for. Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for get rolling 

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“Get rolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20rolling. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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