running start

• Начало чего-либо, совершаемое с большой энергией, импульсом или преимуществом, часто относится к началу гонки или проекта с форой.

A beginning of something that is done with great energy, momentum, or advantage, often referring to starting a race or project with a head start.

1. Physical start with momentumB1formal

   A start of a race or movement where the person begins by running before reaching a starting point, to gain speed.

   Разбег

   • The athlete took a running start before the long jump.
   • He got a running start to jump over the puddle.
   • A running start helps you achieve a higher jump.

2. Advantageous beginningB2informal

   An initial advantage or momentum that helps someone succeed in a task or project.

   Преимущественное начало

   • Her previous experience gave her a running start in the new job.
   • The team had a running start because of the early funding.
   • Getting a head start on the project gave us a running start.