underway

/ˌʌndərˈweɪ/
adjective
  1. Already started or happening; in progress.
    • The investigation is underway, but no arrests have been made yet.
    • The construction project is already underway and should finish by summer.
    • Preparations for the wedding are underway, and invitations have been sent.
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adverb
  1. In or into motion; while moving (especially of a ship or vehicle).
    • Once the train was underway, the conductor came to check tickets.
    • We need to get this project underway before the deadline.
    • The ship got underway at dawn, heading out to sea.