on the wagon

Example Sentences

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People get all mad at us, but if you’re going to jump on the wagon for three weeks, which is what 90% of the population does, we’re not the place for you.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

Meghan McCain was the last to jump on the wagon with her Wednesday column in that All-American news rag, The Daily Mail.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2022

Rather than beat yourself up over missing a day, recognize that it’s not a failure and that you can get back on the wagon tomorrow.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 5, 2022

I’m a lapsed vegan, back on the wagon after becoming overly reliant on “comfort foods” during these stressful times.

From Washington Post • Aug. 17, 2021

“That’s a happy tune,” Pa said as he tossed a pitchfork of hay up on the wagon, where I was waiting to spread it out.

From "The Seven Wonders of Sassafras Springs" by Betty G. Birney