(someone) pick up the ball

Übersetzungen
(кто-то) подхватил инициативу
After the manager left, Jane was the one to pick up the ball and keep the project moving.
После ухода менеджера Джейн подхватила инициативу и продолжила проект.
Definitionen
To take responsibility for continuing or completing a task or project that someone else has started or left unfinished.