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laid the first stone
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break the ice
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for laid the first stone
verb
prepare the way
be friendly and talkative
break ground
cut the first turf
get one's feet wet
lay the first stone
lead off
lead the way
make a start
oil the works
open the way
pave the way
set at ease
smooth the path
socialize
start
start the ball rolling
take the plunge