in full swing

Idioms  

1. Also, in full cry. In full operation, at the highest level of activity. For example, After the strike it would be some time before production was in full swing, or His supporters were out in full cry. The first expression, dating from the mid-1800s, alludes to the vigorous movement of a swinging body. The second employs full cry in the sense of “vigorous pursuit,” a usage dating from the late 1500s that may be dying out.

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Example Sentences

The new year is in full swing, and if your resolution is to be more positive, you’re in the right place.

From Barron's

With NFL’s Black Monday already in full swing, other teams are likely to make similar moves.

From Los Angeles Times

And the coaching carousel is already in full swing, with one assistant already gone and Zach garnering outside interest, namely from his alma mater, Kansas State.

From Los Angeles Times

From skiing Santas in the US and Mass with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican, to giant cuts of meat being thrown into crowds in London, Christmas celebrations around the world are in full swing.

From BBC

Their father turned 94 in March, with the court battle in full swing.

From BBC

Related Words

• blooming
• burgeoning
• expanding
• growing
• prosperous
• thriving