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build up a head of steam |
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build/get/work up a head of steam to get enough energy, support, or enthusiasm to do something effectively Usage notes: A head of steam is the pressure that is needed in the engine of an old-fashioned steam train to make it start moving. In the last three months the campaign has built up a good head of steam. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It allowed this film to build up a head of steam going into the weekend. |
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