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
It didn’t take long for President Biden and the new House GOP majority to get off on the wrong foot.
From Washington 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
“Let’s not waste the time. Let’s not get off on the wrong foot, with House Democrats using their new platform to produce political statements rather than serious solutions.”
From New York Times
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