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Hit the ground running

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Immediate Action

The phrase implies quick and energetic starting, not gradual preparation.

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She hit the ground running and finished the task in record time.
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Energetic Approach

Shows enthusiasm and high energy right from the beginning.

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Joining the sales team, he hit the ground running with remarkable zest.
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Not Literally

It's metaphorical for quickly starting, not actually running.

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As soon as she arrived, she hit the ground running with the new project.
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