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Rarin' to go Meaning in English

expression · lemma: raring to go

ˈɹɛɹɪn/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈɡoʊ
RAIR-in tuh GOH
ˈɹɛːɹɪn/ /tˈuː/ /ɡˈəʊ
RAIR-in tuh GOH

Definition

Extremely eager and enthusiastic to start something, often used informally to describe someone who can't wait to begin.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, mainly used in spoken English. Implies energetic excitement, often before an event or activity. Usually appears before action: 'I'm rarin' to go!' Sometimes spelled 'raring to go' (standard spelling).

Example Sentences

I'm rarin' to go for the trip tomorrow.

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The kids are rarin' to go for the soccer match.

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She's rarin' to go after her recovery.

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We've trained all week and we're rarin' to go for the big game.

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After months of planning, the team is rarin' to go.

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It's finally race day and I'm rarin' to go!

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