On the hot seat

Subject to much criticism or questioning.I was on the hot seat when my supervisor asked what had happened to the broken computer.

On the road

Travelling somewhere (especially as a salesman or performer).The man is a salesman and is often on the road.

On the right track

Following the right set of assumptions.I am on the right track in my search for a good piano teacher for my daughter.

On the QT

Secretly, without anyone knowing.I do not want anyone to know about my plans so I will discuss them on the QT.

On the point of (doing something)

Ready to start doing something.The man was on the point of buying a new car when he lost his job.

On the other hand

However, in contrast, looking at the opposite side of a matter.The boy is very intelligent but on the other hand he is very lazy and always gets... Read more →

On the one hand

From one point of view.On the one hand I want to go on a nice holiday but on the other hand I do not have enough money.

On the off-chance

In case something may happen, with the slight possibility that something may happen.I asked the salesman if he had the new computer in his store... Read more →

On the nose

Just right, exactly.What the woman said about our new boss is on the nose.

On the move

Moving around from place to place, in motion.My sister is in Europe and has been on the move for several months now.