is on

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Verb be on has 1 sense

get on, be on - appear in a show, on T.V., radio, etc.; "The news won't be on tonight"
--₁ is one way to air
Sample sentences:
Something ----s
Somebody ----s
Something is ----ing PP
Somebody ----s PP

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Term: is on

Description:

Is on is a phrasal verb that indicates that something is functioning or operational. It can also refer to something being placed on a surface or being switched on.

Possible Parts of Speech and Senses:

Verb (main sense): functioning or operational
Verb (secondary sense): placed on a surface, switched on

Sample Sentences:

The computer is on. (Verb: functioning or operational)
Please make sure the light is on before entering the room. (Verb: switched on)
She put the book on the table. (Verb: placed on a surface)
When the power is on, the air conditioner starts to cool the room. (Verb: functioning or operational)

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