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Phrase(s): get into one’s stride
1. Lit. [for a runner] to reach a comfortable and efficient pace. • I got into my stride right away, and that helped win the race. • She never got into her stride, and that’s why she lost. 2. Fig. to reach one’s most efficient and productive rate of doing something. • When I get into my stride, I’ll be more efficient. • Amy will be more efficient when she gets into her stride.
McGrawhill's American Idioms And Phrasal Verbs