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on

[on, awn] / ɒn, ɔn /
ADVERB
in contact; ahead of
Synonyms
WEAK
about above adjacent against approaching at beside close to covering forth forward held leaning on near next on top of onward over resting on situated on supported touching toward upon with
Antonyms
WEAK
off

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“I know this was frustrating. We’re continuing to invest in scaling efficiently. I’ll keep you posted on progress,” Shihipar wrote.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

The recent attack on Sam Altman’s San Francisco mansion is the starkest example of this.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

He has been living in an apartment and has demonstrated that he is capable of living on his own with some support.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

The Public Investment Fund is on the verge of pulling support for LIV Golf, which lost nearly $600 million in 2024, potentially leading to its closure.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 18, 2026

“One minute, you’re on a date with Ell, and the next you’re over here making googly eyes at this lothario!”

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

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