Noun
a quick and auspicious beginning
a racing start in which the contestants are already in full motion when they pass the starting line
Source: WordNetI'm suspicious of any mode of transportation that requires a running start. Alan Kotok
We look about in vain for any semblance of the old authority, the old absolute, for any suitable foothold from which to get a running start. Carl L. Becker
A flying kick, in martial arts, is a general description of kicks that involve a running start, jump, then a kick in mid-air. Source: Internet
A jumping kick is very similar to a flying kick, except that it lacks the running start and the user simply jumps and kicks from a stationary position. Source: Internet
A lot of cut flower longevity depends on how fresh the flowers were when you bought them, but there are some tips that can get your flowers off to a running start and keep them blooming. Source: Internet
Boucher, who took a running start down a steep slope in Paul’s front yard, landed on him with such force that he broke several ribs and bruised the senator’s lungs. Source: Internet