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English Vocabulary for learners

Expressions with the word 'ON'
from: 'on the ball' to: 'spot on'

Expression	Meaning	Example
On the ball	Aware of what is happening and quick to take action	“Coaching young players keeps me on the ball.”
On behalf of	As a spokesperson for someone else	“I’m making this request on behalf of* all the members.”*
On the cards	Planned and likely to happen	“A new bypass to divert traffic is on the cards.”
On call	Available and ready to work when needed	“Many fire fighters are on call* 24 hours a day.”*

On display	Shown in a public place for all to see	"His paintings are *on display* at the moment."
On duty	Engaged in one’s regular work	“Two doctors were on duty* the night of the accident.”*
On a diet	Eat less food or only certain types of food, usually to lose weight	“No dessert for me please. I’m on a diet!”
On drugs	Regularly taking illegal drugs	“He’s drinking heavily, and I believe he’s on drugs* too.”*
On edge	Feel tense or nervous	"My nerves are constantly *on edge* these days."
On good terms	Have a friendly relationship	“I’m on good terms* with all my colleagues.”*
On ice	Suspended or postponed	“Plans for the nuclear power station are on ice.”
On leave	Absent from work with permission	"Emma is on maternity leave* at the moment."*
On the lookout	Watchful and attentive so as not to miss something	“The collector is always on the lookout* for interesting items."*
On your mind	Think about something	"The problem was on his mind* all day."*
On no account	Not for any reason	“On no account* will I agree to the proposal. "*
On occasion	Sometimes, but not often	"The boss has, on occasion, lost his temper."
On a par (with)	As good as or equal to someone or something	“Zoe is an amateur but she’s on a par with* some professionals.”*
On purpose	Intentionally	"The boy banged the door on purpose."
On principle	Based on your beliefs	"He voted against the proposal on principle."
On a roll	Enjoying a run of good luck or going from success to success	“Once her third article was published, Lisa was on a roll.”
On second thoughts	After further consideration	“On second thoughts* she decided to accept the offer.”*
On a whim	As a result of a sudden impulse, without prior planning	“Charlie left his job on a whim* and went backpacking!”*
Spot on	Completely accurate or correct	“Tony’s imitation of the politician was spot on* !”*

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