keep the ball rolling
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That could keep the ball rolling for future growth for these companies — or it could pose an existential risk.
From MarketWatch • Dec. 20, 2025
The recent holiday campaign featuring Martha Stewart should keep the ball rolling.
From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025
And municipalities need to keep the ball rolling on single-use bans.
From Salon • Aug. 17, 2022
When you’re independent, you have to keep the ball rolling and consistently put out music ... and throw yourself out there.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2015
Madame Imogen made no reflections, she was too delighted with their gay repast, and helped with her jolly wit to keep the ball rolling.
From The Man and the Moment by Glyn, Elinor
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