full speed ahead
The phrase "full speed ahead" originated in nautical contexts but is now commonly used to indicate proceeding with maximum effort and urgency.
Definition
B2Nautical
(command)An order to move a ship forward at its highest speed.
Example
- The captain shouted, 'Full speed ahead!' as the ship approached the open sea.
B2General
(idiomatic)To proceed with maximum effort, energy, or enthusiasm, without hesitation.
Example
- With the final approval, the team went full speed ahead on the project.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "full speed ahead":
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