get off on the wrong foot
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Neither is keen on it, and they get off on the wrong foot.
From Los Angeles Times
If you are determined to get off on the wrong foot, you’re right.
From Seattle Times
There are great expectations for this season, and with No. 1 Clemson lurking in two weeks, the Orange can’t afford to get off on the wrong foot.
From Seattle Times
“The Senate will not take up any proposal that does not have a real chance of passing this chamber and getting a presidential signature. So let’s not waste the time. Let’s not get off on the wrong foot,” he said.
From Washington Times
The pair get off on the wrong foot but slowly warm up to each other as they try to put on the event.
From New York Times
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