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off to a flying start

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*off to a flying start

Fig. having a very successful beginning to something. (*Typically: be ~; get ~.) The new business got off to a flying start with those export orders. We shall need a large donation from the local citizens if the charity is to get off to a flying start.

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off to a flying start

beginning very well This year he's off to a flying start, playing very well and winning his first five games.

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