On the money

Exactly right, exactly the right amount.I was on the money when I guessed the correct amount for the plane ticket.

On the mend

In the process of healing or becoming better.My friend broke his leg last week but he is now on the mend.

On the market

Available for sale.I have seen many good cameras on the market recently.

On the make

Trying to get some advantage from other people."Be careful of that man. He is on the make and will try to cheat you."

On the loose

Free to go, not shut in or locked in by anything.The zoo animals were on the loose for three hours before the zookeeper discovered their escape.

On the lookout for (someone or something)

Watchful for someone or something.I am always on the lookout for original movie posters.

On the level

Honest.The manager was on the level with me when he told me about my job possibilities.

On the job

Working, during working hours.The young man has only been on the job for a few weeks now.

On the house

Provided free by a business (usually a bar or restaurant).The hotel room was not ready when we arrived so they gave us something to drink on the... Read more →

On the horns of a dilemma

Bothered by having to decide between two things or people.We were on the horns of a dilemma as we tried to decide if we should move or stay in... Read more →