You think you know what you're going to do when you hit the ground, but then the actualities show themselves.

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As I was in the air, I kept thinking, When you hit the ground, roll and tumble and it won't hurt so much.

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The site recommends hotels via Booking.com and includes airport and rental car information, too, so you can truly hit the ground with a comprehensive itinerary.

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Just the fuel you'll need to hit the ground running.

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You knew whenever he hit the ground and didn't move, which wasn't like him.

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You use your arms to jump, there will be physical contact and obviously you can fall and hit the ground.

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If you're a walker, being more conscious of how your feet hit the ground may make you more efficient.

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According to Einstein, the force of gravity keeping your feet on the ground is fundamentally identical to the force slamming your body forward when you hit the brakes on the highway or take a sudden sharp turn.

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But I can promise you that as soon as the Senate gives them the go ahead, they're going to hit the ground running and they're going to help make America a stronger and more prosperous country.

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