getting the ball rolling
Beginning the process
Getting the ball rolling means initiating activity or starting a process that will continue with its own momentum.
The image suggests a ball that, once pushed, keeps moving: Let's get the ball rolling on the renovation project.
Often used when someone needs to take the first step so others can follow: Who wants to get the ball rolling with questions?
- startTo set going
- launchSet into motion
- get the show on the roadBegin a planned activity
- take the plungeCommit after hesitation
- pushForce something away
kickstart · roll · propel · commence · begin · take initiative · ignite · light a fire · nudge · set in motion · break ground · lead the charge · encouragement · teamwork · trigger · activate · open the door · pave the way
getting the ball rollingstopping
Ceasing to continue
shutting down · pulling the plug · putting the brakes on · grinding to a halt · wrapping up
getting the ball rollingstalling
Intentional delay tactics
stagnating · hitting a wall · spinning one's wheels · going nowhere · treading water
getting the ball rollingprocrastinating
Postponing what needs doing
stalling · dragging one's feet · waiting around · sitting on one's hands · putting off