swing into action

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swing into action — idiom

1. To start doing something quickly and energetically.

1.idiom
Definition

To start doing something quickly and energetically.

Example

The rescue team swung into action after the earthquake.

When the fire broke out, the crew swung into action immediately.

2. to begin a job at full speed and with strong effort, especially right after a si

2.idiom
Definition

to begin a job at full speed and with strong effort, especially right after a signal or a sudden need appears.

Example

Once the storm warning was issued, coastal villages swung into action and boarded up every shop window.

Election volunteers swung into action at six in the morning, knocking on doors across the whole neighbourhood.