idioms using “ground”

Get in on the ground floor

To participate in a financial venture from its inception

“Tanaka-san, a successful entrepreneur, is offering his closest friends a chance to get in on the ground floor of his latest venture.”

Break ground

To start building something

“Kondo-san is excited because they broke ground last week on her new house.”

Hit the ground running

To not waste time getting started, start at high speed

“Maruyama-san is learning new PC skills at home so she can hit the ground running when she starts her new job next week.”

Find common ground

To find points of agreement

“The two sales executives disagreed on many things but found common ground on the need to expand exports.”

Gain ground

To make progress, to catch up with

“The sales team announced they are gaining ground on the competition in the sportswear market.”