flying start

• Início muito bem-sucedido, rápido ou energético de algo, que costuma dar vantagem desde o começo; também pode indicar um começo promissor ou vantajoso.

A very successful or energetic beginning to something, often giving an advantage from the very start.

1. Fast beginningB2informal

   A very fast or successful start to something, often giving an advantage.

   Início arrasador

   • The team got off to a flying start, scoring two goals in the first ten minutes.
   • Her new business had a flying start thanks to a large initial order.
   • He made a flying start in his new job, impressing everyone immediately.

2. Racing startC1formal

   In racing, a start where the competitor is already moving at speed when crossing the starting line.

   Largada lançada

   • The runner had a flying start, gaining an early lead.
   • In a flying start, the car is already moving when the race begins.
   • The cyclist's flying start gave him a significant advantage.