flying start

  1. the start of a race in which the contestants are already moving as they pass the starting line
  2. any rapid beginning

See flying start in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun In both senses also called running start.
  1. Sports A racing start in which the contestants are already in full motion when they cross the starting line.
  2. A quick or auspicious beginning.

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