Air (something)
To broadcast something on television or radio. They will air the game tomorrow.
Air one’s grievances
To complain, often publicly We aired our grievances during the monthly meeting.
Air one’s dirty laundry/linen in public
To make public something embarrassing that should be a secret. The dinner party became uncomfortable when the host began to air his colleague's... Read more →
Aim at (something)
To plan or try to reach a target. We are aiming at a big increase in sales next year.
Ahead of time
Earlier than arranged or planned. We started the meeting ahead of time so that we could go home early.
Ahead of the game
Being early; having an advantage in a competitive situation; having done more than necessary. We worked hard all week in order to be ahead of... Read more →
Ahead of schedule
Before the time on a schedule that has been decided. We finished our work ahead of schedule.
Ahead of one’s time
In advance of concurrent commonly accepted ideas; showing characteristics of changes yet to be; present in one's work before later advances in... Read more →
Against the clock
Before a particular time. We worked against the clock to finish the project.
Against one’s will
To be without a person's consent or agreement. The police took the man to jail against his will.