get a/the start

get a start

To receive assistance in jump-starting one's car. The engine just would not turn over. Luckily, I saw my neighbor and asked if I could get a start from him.
See also: get, start

get a/the start

To be in the starting lineup, as of an athlete. Thomas is getting the start in goal tonight. A: "Hey Coach, is it true that I'm getting a start tonight?" B: "Yep, go suit up, Brian."
See also: get, start
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • get a start
  • (one's) old man
  • (one's) old lady
  • at (one's) doorstep
  • (one's) day in court
  • (from) top to toe
  • (there's) no peace/rest for the wicked
  • (one's) jig is up
  • at (one's) door
  • a/(one's) 20