Dictionary Only:
Profanity Off:

Idiom: Hit The Ground Running

Check definitions of...
hitthegroundrunning

Meanings

How to pronounce "hit the ground running":

AU

To begin an activity immediately and with full commitment.

Example: "Employers these days look for candidates that can hit the ground running, so that they spend less on training."

Example Sentences

1
After getting hired, she hit the ground running and quickly finished all her assigned tasks.
2
The team was well-prepared for the project, so they hit the ground running and completed it ahead of schedule.
3
As soon as the race started, the sprinter hit the ground running and took an early lead.
4
The new employee impressed everyone with her ability to hit the ground running and adapt to the fast-paced work environment.
5
The company provided thorough training to ensure that new hires could hit the ground running and contribute right away.

A-Z Proximities

Similar Idioms

Similar Phrases

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen