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Definitions from WordNet

Verb be on has 1 sense
  1. get on, be on - appear in a show, on T.V., radio, etc.; "The news won't be on tonight"
    --1 is one way to air
    Sample sentences:
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    Something is ----ing PP
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Definitions from the Web

Term: Be On

Definition:

"Be on" is a phrasal verb used to indicate that someone or something is currently happening or in progress.

Sample Sentences:

  • The TV show will be on tonight at 8 PM.
  • I'm sorry, but I can't talk right now. I'm on a call.
  • She is always on time for her appointments.
  • The event will be on for three days.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Used to indicate that a television program, movie, or event is scheduled or broadcasting at a specific time.

Sample Sentence:

The final episode of the popular series will be on next week.

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Sense 2:

Used to indicate that someone is engaged in a particular activity or action.

Sample Sentence:

She was on the phone for hours discussing the project.

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Sense 3:

Used to indicate punctuality or timeliness.

Sample Sentence:

Please be on time for the meeting, as it is crucial.

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Sense 4:

Used to indicate the duration or timeframe for an event or occurrence.

Sample Sentence:

The exhibition will be on display until the end of the month.

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