get a head start
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The shy boy was the first in his family to walk the graduation stage, and he was determined to get a head start on his future.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2026
In a baking pan, cook a snug bed of sliced potatoes in a little water to get a head start on tenderizing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 15, 2026
The Dells’ pledge widens the pool of children who will get a head start on investing.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 2, 2025
Alpine's Jack Doohan, drafted in for Esteban Ocon to get a head start on his debut season in 2025, was 19th fastest after pledging to make a steady start to his F1 career.
From BBC ● Dec. 6, 2024
“We’re not going to make a difference in this fight. We can get a head start and be back with Nyame before these beasts even know we left. Thandiwe, you can come with us.”
From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia
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