get under way

get under way

To proceed or begin to progress; to start. OK, everyone, let's get under way—you have an hour to complete the exam. I'm sure you can ask your question once the lecture gets under way.
See also: get, way
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • ahead of the curve
  • ahead of/behind the curve
  • blue
  • ace it
  • aced
  • bomb out on (something)
  • be hanging over (one)
  • be hanging over (one's) head
  • be hanging over your head
  • go in with good cards