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on the lineOn a level with the eye of the spectator; said of a picture, as hung in an exhibition of pictures.Rate it:
on the looseNot incarcerated or in captivity; not under control.Rate it:
on the makeActively seeking a romantic encounter or relationship.Rate it:
on the makeActively seeking an opportunity for self-advancement; eager to ingratiate oneself to others in order to secure some advantage.Rate it:
on the markPrecisely accurate; correct or appropriate.Rate it:
on the mendHealing or recovering, as from an injury or illness.Rate it:
on the mendImproving or undergoing restoration to a previous, more favorable condition.Rate it:
on the moneyIn the correct position; on target; precisely accurate; accurately.Rate it:
on the nail(of payment) without delayRate it:
on the noseExactly; precisely.Rate it:
on the noseSmelly, malodorous.Rate it:
on the other handFrom another point of view.Rate it:
on the other handAnother viewpoint, another ReasonRate it:
on the other side ofUsed other than with a figurative or idiomatic meaning: see on,‎ the,‎ other,‎ side,‎ of.Rate it:
on the other side ofAfterRate it:
on the other side ofOlder than.Rate it:
on the outsOn unfriendly terms; estranged.Rate it:
on the outside, looking inExcluded from a group, process, or opportunity, and feeling downhearted as a result.Rate it:
on the pillUsing oral contraceptives.Rate it:
on the plus sidePositively; from a favorable view or perspective.Rate it:
on the pointVery nearly; imminent; close.Rate it:
on the point ofVery nearly; imminent; close.Rate it:
on the pretext ofa false reason that you give for doing something, usually something bad, in order to hide the real reason; an excuseRate it:
on the prowlHunting or seeking.Rate it:
on the pullSeeking the intimate company of a member of the opposite sex.Rate it:
on the Q.T.Quietly; in a secretive manner; clandestinely.Rate it:
on the radarLikely to happen, or be important in the near future or tending to attract attention.Rate it:
on the ragMenstruating.Rate it:
on the rampagebehaving violently or to riotRate it:
on the receiving endbeing the victim of an unpleasant actionRate it:
on the right trackUsing the correct general approach to a particular task or problem; pursuing something in a promising way.Rate it:
on the riserising; becoming greater in number.Rate it:
on the rocksPoured over ice, usually in reference to alcoholic drinks.Rate it:
on the rocksIn a bad state, particularly of a romantic relationship.Rate it:
On the RocksIn a state of ruin, experiencing failure, bankruptcyRate it:
on the ropesLeaning against the ropes of the boxing ring, as when exhausted and nearing defeat or collapse.Rate it:
on the ropesShowing signs of imminent failure or collapse.Rate it:
On the RopesOn the verge of collapse, helpless, state of near collapseRate it:
on the runConstantly traveling or moving from place to place.Rate it:
on the runFleeing.Rate it:
on the same pageThinking Alike, On the same subject, On the same trackRate it:
on the same wavelengthIn rapport or complete accord.Rate it:
on the shelfLaid aside, unused, abandonedRate it:
on the shelfunmarriedRate it:
on the side of the angelsFighting for or supporting that which is good, just, or benevolent.Rate it:
on the skidsIn decline; going downhill; in trouble.Rate it:
on the slySlyly, in an inconspicuous manner, so as not to be seen; secretly; stealthily.Rate it:
on the spotAt that very moment; right away.Rate it:
on the spotHaving to answer or decide without warning or preparation.Rate it:
on the spotIn a particular place.Rate it:

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