idiom
Get the Ball Rolling
GET the BAWL ROH-ling
/ɡɛt ðə bɔːl ˈroʊlɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Gettheballrolling
Dictionary meaning
To start an activity or process.
Examples
- Let's get the ball rolling on the new product launch before the holiday freeze.
Pronunciation tips
Stress on 'get', 'ball', and 'roll'. Sports metaphor.
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