American English Podcast 157 - Expression: To Get The Ball Rolling
Jan 3, 2024
Learn the expression 'to get the ball rolling', explore its meaning and usage. Discover the pronunciation of words ending in -ing and its importance for comprehension. Get a glimpse of upcoming episodes on New Year's resolutions.
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Snowman Joke Word Play
- The joke about the snowman's resolution illustrates word play on "chill" meaning both to make cold and to relax.
- This highlights English's playful language and idiomatic expressions.
Meaning of "Get the Ball Rolling"
- "To get the ball rolling" means to initiate an action or start something moving forward.
- The phrase originates from the literal action of starting a game like pool by striking the first ball.
Examples of Starting Projects
- Shauna shares personal stories including planning a wedding and starting home renovations to illustrate "getting the ball rolling."
- These examples show using the phrase in real-life contexts to mean starting projects or processes.