Phrases & Expressions

Whatever happens or happened; in any case.

• I may be late, but in any event I'll call you.
• The weather may change, but in any event the match will go ahead.

Under control and being dealt with effectively.

• The situation is in hand.
• Don't worry, I have it in hand.

Considering something, especially new information, when making a decision or judgment.

• In light of recent events, we'll postpone.
• In light of new evidence, the case was reopened.

Receiving a lot of public attention or fame.

• Politicians often live in the limelight.
• He shuns the limelight and prefers privacy.

Considering something, especially when making a decision or judgment.

• In view of the new evidence, the case was reopened.
• In view of the cost, we'll wait.

Most of the time; usually.

• More often than not, she's right.
• More often than not, I'm tired.

As a representative of someone or something; for the benefit of.

• On behalf of the team, thanks.
• He spoke on behalf of his client.

Without the words or situation around it, so the meaning seems different.

• His words were taken out of context.
• Don't quote me out of context.

No longer under control; difficult to manage.

• The situation got out of hand.
• Things are getting out of hand.

A market sentiment where investors sell risky assets and buy safer ones due to uncertainty or fear.

• The markets are in a risk-off mood today.
• Investors showed risk-off behavior.