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on, be
1be on
2Be scheduled, as in Is tonight's rally still on? [ Colloquial ; second half of 1990s]
Be taking medication or an illegal drug, as in Are you on some antibiotic? or He was definitely on narcotics when it happened . [1930s]
Be in favor of something or willing to participate, as in We're going dancing after the play—are you on? [ Colloquial ; late 1800s]
be on one . Be at one's expense, either as a treat or the butt of a joke. For example, This round of drinks is on me , or He enjoys a good laugh, even when the joke's on him . [ Colloquial ; second half of 1800s]
Perform extremely well, as in I can't return Dan's serve—he's really on today . [ Slang ; second half of 1900s]
Be engaged in some action, especially on the stage, as in Hurry up, you're on in five minutes . [Late 1700s]
Idioms and Phrases
see be on .Example Sentences
Yet another user put into words a pattern he seemed to have spotted in Altman's recent social media posts - and a question that seems to be on many Indian users' minds.
Notable bands like TSOL, the Crowd, the Vandals and the Offspring will be among those featured, and an assortment of rare objects, artwork, flyers, photographs and personal mementos will be on display.
After a very slight cool down on Monday, more toasty temperatures are on tap for the rest of the week, according to the National Weather Service.
Some of the employees accused of being the most prolific abusers were on the county payroll until recently.
Trump has been on this crusade since the 1980s, when he saw Japanese businessmen buying up U.S. properties and getting rich selling their cars to Americans eager to buy them.
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