Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

firing-on-all-cylinders

idiom

/ˈfaɪ.ər.ɪŋ ɒn ɔːl ˈsɪl.ɪn.dərz/

Definition

Operating at full capacity or efficiency; performing extremely well.

Examples

After the new marketing strategy was implemented, the sales team was firing on all cylinders.
When the team works together seamlessly, they are truly firing on all cylinders.

Meaning

The phrase ‘firing on all cylinders’ is often used metaphorically to describe a person or organization that is functioning at its highest potential, utilizing all resources effectively.