100% according to the rules
give (someone) permission to start doing something
failed to achieve a goal completely
start something (usually a work project)
increased very quickly
dominated a particular sector
stop taking orders in order to end a bookkeeping period
take a low-level position with a company with the goal of eventually getting a better position
get the ball rolling
go by the book
give someone the green light
Close the books
cornered the market
go through the roof
come up short
get a foot in the door