pick up speed

Four-legged animals that start walking and gradually pick up speed will automatically fall into a trot at some point.

At this time of year the jet stream - fast winds high in the atmosphere - can pick up speed and direct Atlantic weather systems towards the UK.

Brennon Staley, strategic adviser with OPCD, said the current proposal envisions corner stores on any street in the city, but noted that could change as policy discussions pick up speed over the next year.

But the events of Sunday indicate that their search for a successor to Pete Carroll that has been characterized by its patience may need to pick up speed.

Stay in a higher gear for better control as you pick up speed.