starting blocks
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So - which parts of Team GB triumphed, and which struggled to get off the starting blocks?
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2024
Miles away, gymnasts flipped before judges, swimmers dove from starting blocks, and runners leaped hurdles in the same stadium where Bukele made his speech.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 6, 2023
Whenever he steps into the starting blocks this spring, people will pay attention.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 25, 2023
Britain and the euro zone out of the starting blocks already.
From Reuters ● Feb. 5, 2023
Ben’s shoulder hurt until the bell rang at three o’clock releasing the students like a pistol at the starting blocks.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
