English idiom

get up to speed

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Figurative meaning

to become informed or current on a topic, project, or situation

Why this phrase?

From engines reaching their working velocity.

Example

“Read the README and the last RFCs to get up to speed before the standup.”

Dictionary details

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Expressions connected by reviewed component words or topic tags.

learn the ropes

To learn how to do a job or task properly.

back to basics

returning to the simple, fundamental principles of an activity

hit the books

to study hard, especially before an exam

hit the ground running

to start a new job or project with immediate energy and effectiveness, without needing a slow start

trial and error

trying different methods until you find one that works

go down that route

to choose a particular method or course of action

Source methodology

Meanings, register, CEFR, and examples come from the reviewed dictionary record. Expression notes may describe a reviewed present-day word picture or a background note; they are not presented as verified etymology.

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