Get off the mark In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "get off the mark", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Zesty Y calendar 2021-07-17 03:07

Meaning of Get off the mark

Synonyms:

get started

Get off the mark phrase

'The mark' in this term refers to the line in front of which runners line up at the start of a race.

To win a point or a goal before your rival does in a sporting competition or game.

 

Despite getting off the mark, we must not become complacent about it until we win.

They showed their skills and power by getting off the mark after just a minute into the match.

To begin doing something.
 

We got off the mark quite late, but we still manage to finish the meeting on time.

Let's get off the mark with a video to lighten the atmosphere.

Grammar and Usage of Get off the mark

Verb Forms

  • getting off the mark
  • got off the mark

The verb "get" must be conjugated according to its tense.
 

Origin of Get off the mark

The origin of this phrase is not clear.
 

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Candy is Dandy but Liquor is Quicker
Candy is a good thing to offer someone to get them to do something, but liquor will work more quickly when  convincing someone to do something.
Example: .

Daughter: So I really want all my friends to have a great time. I was thinking it would be a good idea to have some candy out on the tables for people to snack on.

Mother: Well, if you want them to really enjoy themselves, candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

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