take off running
- sprintBrief maximum-speed effort
- dashQuick burst or pinch
- boltThreaded rod for nuts
- fleeDepart swiftly from threat
- escapeFlight from captivity
burst · speed · race · launch · accelerate · dart · rush · charge · scramble · legs · adrenaline · chase · pursuit · footsteps · pavement · wind · breathless · stride
motion initiation
take off runningstop dead
Halt suddenly and completely
come to a halt · grind to a halt · pull up short · freeze · stand still
speed and urgency
take off runningtrudge
Walk slowly, heavily
drag one's feet · saunter · mosey · stroll · crawl
metaphorical success/momentum
take off runningstall out
Cease functioning abruptly
fizzle · sputter · lose steam · peter out · go nowhere