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Word: Get Rolling

Definition:

"Get rolling" is a phrasal verb that means to start something, especially an activity or a process. It is often used when you want to begin working on a task, project, or any activity that requires action.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "get rolling" when you want to encourage someone to start doing something.
• It is informal, so you might use it in casual conversations or in friendly settings.

Example:

• "Let’s get rolling on our project so we can finish it by the deadline."
• "Are you ready to get rolling with the meeting?"

Advanced Usage:

In a more advanced context, "get rolling" can imply not just starting an activity, but also gaining momentum in a project or task. For example: - "After a few initial challenges, the team finally got rolling and completed the project ahead of schedule."

Word Variants:

• Rolling (verb): The act of moving or progressing in a smooth motion.
• Get Started: A similar phrase that can be used interchangeably with "get rolling."

Different Meanings:

"Rolling" by itself can refer to the act of moving in a circular motion, but in this context, it specifically relates to starting an activity.

Synonyms:

• Get started
• Begin
• Start off
• Get cracking (as you suggested)
• Kick off

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• Get cracking: This means to start working quickly or to hurry up.
• Get the ball rolling: This is another way of saying to start an activity or process, similar to "get rolling."

Example in Idiom Usage:

• "We need to get the ball rolling on this event planning if we want it to be successful."

Summary:

"Get rolling" is an informal way to say "start doing something." Use it in casual conversations to encourage action or to describe the beginning of an activity.

Academic

Verb

1. start to be active
   • Get cracking, please!

Synonyms

• get cracking
• bestir oneself
• get going
• get moving
• get weaving
• get started