flying start
Example Sentences
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A nicely worked try by Cadan Murley in the opening minute gave England a flying start, but they were soon reeled in once France's quicksilver handling game got up to speed.
From BBC ● Jun. 19, 2026
England made a flying start in pursuit of 197 but slipped from 74-1 to 166 all out, with six wickets in succession taken by the Windies' spinners through the middle overs.
From BBC ● Feb. 11, 2026
The former United midfielder is only in charge until the end of the season, but his flying start has seen him tipped to win the job on a permanent basis.
From Barron's ● Feb. 10, 2026
The seven-time champion made a flying start, up to 13th on the first lap and continued to move forwards.
From BBC ● Nov. 23, 2025
He backed up so he could get a flying start and then we whooped across the bridge, our wheels clattering across the loose boards, space gaping below.
From "Homesick" by Jean Fritz
