racing start

• Départ d'une course où les participants partent d'une position immobile et accélèrent rapidement, souvent utilisé en sport automobile ou en athlétisme. S'emploie aussi au sens figuré pour décrire un début très rapide ou énergique de toute activité.

A start of a race in which participants begin from a stationary position and accelerate rapidly, often used in motorsports or track events. Also used figuratively to describe a very fast or energetic beginning to any activity.

1. Fast beginning in a raceB1formal

   A quick and energetic start to a race, often from a stationary position using a starting block or mark.

   départ rapide

   • The sprinter had a perfect racing start and took the lead.
   • He practiced his racing start for hours to improve his time.
   • A good racing start is crucial in a 100-meter dash.

2. Early advantage in any activityB2informal

   A figurative expression meaning to begin something with great speed or advantage.

   avance dès le départ

   • The new company got a racing start by securing major investors.
   • She had a racing start in her career after graduating from a top university.
   • The project had a racing start thanks to the team's preparation.