get rolling

phrase

informal
1
: to leave
We ought to get rolling if we don't want to be late.
2
: to get started
You should get rolling on that assignment.
The project finally got rolling.

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Power users love raw materials and will get rolling on their own, but most people need guidance on what to build and how. Jason Andersen, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

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“Get rolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20rolling. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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