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UK//ˈɪntuː tɒp ɡɪə//US//ˈɪntu tɑp ɡɪr//

Meaning of Into top gear

To start working at a very high level of speed or intensity.

In simple words: To start working very quickly and effectively.

Into top gear in a sentence

  • After a slow start, we finally went into top gear to finish the project.
  • Once the deadline approached, the team moved into top gear to ensure everything was complete.
  • It took a while, but she is now in top gear preparing for her exam.
  • He got into top gear during the last few minutes of the game and scored a goal.
  • During the final stages of the competition, the athletes went into top gear.

How to use Into top gear

Use this phrase in casual conversations when discussing increasing productivity or effort. It's not suitable for formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone phrase

Memory hint

Imagine a car shifting quickly into a higher speed gear.

Related words

Collocations with Into top gear

  • get into top gear
  • go into top gear
  • move into top gear

Synonyms for Into top gear

  • accelerate
  • speed up
  • kick into high gear
  • increase effort
  • get moving

Common mistakes with Into top gear

  • Using it in formal writing.
  • Confusing with 'get into gear' which has a similar meaning but slightly different usage.
  • Incorrectly saying 'in top gear' when it should be 'into top gear'.

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Frequently asked questions about Into top gear

What does Into top gear mean?

To start working very quickly and effectively.

What is the definition of Into top gear?

To start working at a very high level of speed or intensity.

How do you use Into top gear in a sentence?

After a slow start, we finally went into top gear to finish the project.

Can you give another example of Into top gear?

Once the deadline approached, the team moved into top gear to ensure everything was complete.

What are synonyms for Into top gear?

Common alternatives include accelerate, speed up, kick into high gear, increase effort, get moving.

What words go with Into top gear?

It commonly pairs with get into top gear, go into top gear, move into top gear.

What are common mistakes when using Into top gear?

Using it in formal writing. Confusing with 'get into gear' which has a similar meaning but slightly different usage. Incorrectly saying 'in top gear' when it should be 'into top gear'.

How do you pronounce Into top gear?

US: //ˈɪntu tɑp ɡɪr//, UK: //ˈɪntuː tɒp ɡɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Into top gear formal or informal?

"Into top gear" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Into top gear?

Use this phrase in casual conversations when discussing increasing productivity or effort. It's not suitable for formal contexts.