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storm out of the blocks

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storm out of the blocks

To begin something with great speed, energy, and/or intensity. The home team stormed out of the blocks against their competition and were able to gain an early advantage. Reporters came storming out of the blocks with their questions as the disgraced senator exited the courtroom after the verdict.

See also: block, of, out, storm