Meaning
Start an activity or role quickly with high energy and efficiency.
Primary Function
Expressing rapid initiation and readiness.
Communicative Purpose
To convey that someone begins something immediately without delay.
Pattern
hit the ground running
Core Structure
hit the ground running
Função primária
Expressing rapid initiation and readiness.
Propósito comunicativo
To convey that someone begins something immediately without delay.
Situações de gatilho
Starting a new job, launching a project, moving into a leadership position, after training or orientation ends.
Contextos
Professional/business settings, corporate environments, sports/team introductions, academic/academic start-ups, personal transitions (e.g., relocation).
Padrão
hit the ground running
Estrutura central
hit the ground running
Slots de substituição
none
Colocados típicos
- ready to
Substituições comuns
- get off to a flying start
Erros comuns
hit the ground and run (meaning changes)
Similar / contraste
start with a bang
Interferências
Not about literal ground.
Família do chunk
- New-beginning idioms
Nuance
Energetic, optimistic.
Efeito pragmático
Impresses with readiness.
Dica de memória
Parachutist landing already sprinting.
Nota
This idiom emphasizes both speed and effectiveness, suggesting not just rapid action but also competence and preparedness.
Upgrade path
integrate rapidly and effectively (formal)
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