full sail
The phrase "full sail" originates from sailing terminology but is also used metaphorically to describe rapid and unimpeded progress.
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Definition
B2Nautical
(technical)A condition where a sailing vessel has all its sails fully unfurled to catch the maximum wind, allowing it to move at its highest speed.
Example
- The ship was at full sail, gliding swiftly across the ocean.
B2General
(figurative)Describes an activity or project progressing with maximum effort or intensity.
Example
- The new business venture is moving forward at full sail.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "full sail":
under sailfull speed aheadmake sailfull ridefull onplane sailingfull outfull throttle