Get/set/start/keep the ball rolling

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To start or continue an action or process.

Let's get the ball rolling on this project.
Visual representation of "get/set/start/keep the ball rolling" - To start or continue an action or process

Often appears as...

  • get the ball rolling on the project
  • keep the ball rolling on the campaign

Usage tips

Idiomatic

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Initiating Action

Use it to express starting a process, often which involves others.

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During the meeting, he said, 'Let's get the ball rolling with introductions.'
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Positive Momentum

It suggests positive progress or momentum in a group task or conversation.

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To energize the team, I said, 'Let's get the ball rolling on brainstorming ideas!'
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Informal Encouragement

It's a less formal way to encourage action, suitable for casual or business discussions.

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Can we get the ball rolling on the project proposal soon?
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