Phrases Work and Professional Phrases

To get the ball rolling

C2

Meaning

To start something; to initiate action.

Example sentences

John: 'Let's get the ball rolling on this project by assigning tasks.'

Alice: 'Great idea; I'll create a task list.'

John: 'Agreed. I'll schedule a meeting with the team next week.'

Alice: 'We need to get the ball rolling on this marketing campaign soon.'