Definitions

on-line

ADJECTIVE

connected to the internet

Synonyms

STRONGEST

networked wired

WEAK

accessible accessible by computer connected electronically connected hooked up installed linked on stream on the Internet operative plugged in ready for use

Example Sentences

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The Dodgers’ offense managed just five hits against Diamondbacks starter Eduardo Rodriguez and was robbed of two by center fielder Jorge Barrosa, who made diving catches on line drives by Will Smith and Andy Pages.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

The U.A.E. will be able to bring more capacity on line whenever it can, but it’s not the end of OPEC, Babin said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Most of the Moldovan capital Chisinau was temporarily without power, though it was largely back on line by 3:40 pm, according to the Moldovan energy ministry.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

We are the wealthiest and most glamorous, we are living the best lives, Amal Clooney’s on line one, the pope’s on hold.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

“Get Number Four back on line, and I mean now!”

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam