Meaning & Origin
“Hit the ground running” means to begin quickly and effectively — starting strong without a slow ramp‑up. The image suggests landing and moving at speed from the very first step.
Pronunciation Guide
- hit — short “i,” like “sit.”
- the — usually “thuh” before a consonant.
- ground — sounds like “grownd.”
- running — RUN‑ning; stress on the first syllable.
- Natural rhythm: HIT the GROUND RUN‑ning.
Usage & Sentence Examples
Use it when someone starts a role, project, or activity at full speed.
- We need a contractor who can hit the ground running.
- She hit the ground running and finished the report by Tuesday.
- With the kit packed, the team can hit the ground running at the event.
- After rehab, he hit the ground running in training.
- Let’s hit the ground running tomorrow with a prioritized task list.
- New hires hit the ground running after orientation.
Synonyms
start fast · get off to a flying start · start strong · be up and running quickly · spring into action · hit the ground at full speed
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