hit the ground running
Example Sentences
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In a new study of 8,700 hedge-fund managers, those who had switched jobs a lot hit the ground running much faster than other new hires.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 17, 2026
Whether or not you have years of experience is less important than demonstrating that you can hit the ground running.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 8, 2026
Another factor behind the goal surge is that many of the big names have turned up and hit the ground running.
From BBC ● Jun. 20, 2026
Singling out their work ethic, Mantello extolled the way Lane and Metcalf can be relied on to hit the ground running.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2026
He hit the ground running and hauled the reins back, dragging the horse to a halt.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
