under way

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In the county commission’s budgeting process, which is currently under way, commissioners are preparing two budgets for next year—one if the amendment passes and one if it doesn’t, said Chairman Ralph Thomas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026

They were also many BBC pundits' favourites to lift the trophy before the World Cup got under way.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2026

Much of central Tehran will be locked down over the weekend as the funeral ceremony gets under way.

From BBC • Jul. 4, 2026

The party has been under way for weeks in some cities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 4, 2026

Thousands of birds accompanied the three boats as the crew got under way.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong