get started
idiom
1
: to begin doing or working on something
You (had) better get started if you want to finish on time.
2
: to begin an important period in one's life or career
newlyweds who are just getting started on their lives together.
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Before he can even get started as a full-time F1 driver, there is now someone with eyes on his seat.
—Luke Smith, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Our live blog of the day’s events will be up on our site before things get started at 10 am ET.
—Makena Kelly, WIRED, 9 Jan. 2025
To get started, try a 10-minute walk after each meal.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2025
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Renée Onque, CNBC, 9 Jan. 2025
Before he can even get started as a full-time F1 driver, there is now someone with eyes on his seat.
—Luke Smith, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
Our live blog of the day’s events will be up on our site before things get started at 10 am ET.
—Makena Kelly, WIRED, 9 Jan. 2025
To get started, try a 10-minute walk after each meal.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Mph, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2025
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“Get started.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/get%20started. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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