Meanings
From sailboat races, where the ships should be 'flying' under full sail as they cross the starting line.
How to pronounce "flying start":
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An especially good start.
Example: "The new restaurant got off to a flying start, packing out every night."
The start of a sports event in which the competitors are moving when they pass the starting line or initial jump point.
Example Sentences
1
She got off to a flying start in her new job, impressing her coworkers with her efficiency.
2
The team had a flying start in the game, scoring two goals in the first five minutes.
3
The company had a flying start to the year, exceeding their sales targets in the first quarter.
4
The athlete had a flying start in the race, quickly taking the lead.
5
The students had a flying start to the school year, acing their first exams.
