Meanings
An allusion to the beginning of a footrace or horse race, when competitors rush forth out of the starting blocks or gate.
How to pronounce "off and running":
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Launched or launching vigorously into a course of action.
Example Sentences
1
Once we secured the funding, we were off and running with our new startup.
2
After they finished the planning phase, the construction crew was off and running on the project.
3
Once the starting gun fired, the athletes were off and running in the race.
4
With the release of their highly anticipated album, the band was off and running on their world tour.
5
After a bit of hesitation, the team finally made a breakthrough and was off and running on the project.