get going

Idioms  

1. See get a move on .

2. get something going . Start something, get something into full swing. For example, Once we get production going we'll have no more problems . This usage also appears in when the going gets tough, the tough get going , meaning that difficulties spur on capable individuals; the first tough here means “difficult,” whereas the second means “strong-minded, resolute.” For example, That problem won't stop Tom; when the going gets tough, the tough get going . Also see swing into action .

3. Make someone talkative or active, as in Once he got her going on her grandchildren, there was no stopping her . [ Colloquial ; late 1800s]

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Example Sentences

Here are some examples of some simple tasks you can do to start vibe coding—and then instructions on how to get going.

From The Wall Street Journal

In front of bumper crowds and a carnival atmosphere, he finished at 23-under, three clear of Spain's Rahm, who never really got going, mixing two birdies with a bogey in his 71.

From Barron's

Then I had to get going because the brook can keep you busy for a whole day just listening, and I had one more place I needed to go.

From Literature

And as the 2026 event in Milan-Cortina gets going, the 10 Scots in the team will again be among the favourites to return home with ribbons around their necks.

From BBC

Raring to get going, his 18 dogs are hard to hold back.

From Barron's

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