📖 Get to First Base, To
Definition: To succeed in the initial phase of an undertaking. This phrase, drawn from the game of baseball, found a broader spectrum of use as early as the late 19th century. By the mid-20th century, it coined a more intimate meaning: reaching the first stage of petting—kissing.
Synonyms
- Break the ice
- Make headway
- Take the first step
- Crack the code
Antonyms
- Strikeout
- Miss the mark
- Stumble at the first hurdle
- Fall flat
Related Expressions
- Hit a home run
- Touch base
- On first base
- Making progress
Proverbs
- “A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” —Lao Tzu, encouraging the importance of initial success.
- “First impressions are the most lasting.” – Proverbs put the spotlight on the crucial first step.
Humorous Quote
“Getting to first base in baseball or life is quite an achievement, but kissing your high school crush? That’s a whole different league!”
Literature Recommendations
- Oh, The Places You’ll Go! by Dr. Seuss: This book inspires readers about the power of taking the first step.
- The Art of the Start 2.0 by Guy Kawasaki: For entrepreneurial spirit, offering practical insight into beginning a business venture.
Song Suggestion
- “Start Me Up” by The Rolling Stones: Energetic and perfect to get you pumped up for starting something new.
Film Reference
- “Moneyball” (2011): A thrilling exploration of baseball and strategy, where every small step (like getting to first base) counts.
In the grand tapestry of language, celebrate every tiny success—whether it’s landing that first business pitch or a sweet kiss. Remember the words of your friendly neighborhood idiom guide: “Every big victory always begins with getting to first base.”
Farewell until our idiomatic paths cross again!
Inspirational Thought: “In life, as in baseball, the journey to first base is just the beginning of something bigger. Keep swinging and stepping forward.”
- Linguo P. Jargon
