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Definition of flying start noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

flying start

noun
 
/ˌflaɪɪŋ ˈstɑːt/
 
/ˌflaɪɪŋ ˈstɑːrt/
(also less frequent flyer)
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  1. a very fast start to a race, competition, etc.
Idioms
get off to a flying start | get off to a flyer
  1. to make a very good start; to begin something well
    • She’s got off to a flying start in her new career.
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