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on the cutting room floor
left out during editing process
on the debit side
referring to a financial record entry for expenses
on the dot
Exactly at the scheduled time.
on the double
Do something quickly.
on the down-low
kept secret or discreet
on the drum
Playing a drum or rhythmically tapping.
on the dry
Not drinking alcohol.
on the edge of one's seat
Very excited or anxious about something.
on the face of
based on initial appearance
on the face of it
based on initial appearance or understanding.
on the fence
Undecided about a choice or opinion.
on the flip side
Looking at an alternative perspective or outcome.
on the fly
to do something quickly without preparation
on the fritz
not working properly or malfunctioning
on the front burner
a priority or urgent matter.
on the front foot
to be proactive and assertive
on the game
engaged in sex work or illegal activity.
on the go
busy or constantly moving.
on the gripping hand
Considering an alternate perspective or situation.
on the heels of
following closely behind something.
on the high rope
in a risky or precarious situation
on the hoof
While moving; in a hurry or not settled.
on the hook
Being responsible for something or in trouble.
on the horn
using a telephone, especially for communication.