Phrases & Expressions

On the correct glideslope (glide path) during an approach to land.

• The aircraft is on the glide.
• Keep the needles centered; you are on the glide.

Recovering from an illness or injury and starting to feel better.

• He's finally on the mend after his surgery.
• The company is on the mend after a tough year.

To be extremely angry and ready to argue or fight.

• Don't talk to him now, he's on the warpath.
• She was on the warpath after hearing the news.

Happening or existing only once in a very long time.

• This is a once in a generation opportunity.
• A once in a generation storm hit the coast.

To feel deep sympathy or compassion for someone in difficulty.

• My heart goes out to the Richardsons — their home was destroyed in a fire.
• Naomi's heart went out to all the people who lost their jobs when the auto plant shut down.

Generosity; a willingness to give freely.

• He has an open hand when it comes to donations.
• She helped the poor with an open hand.

To invite others to speak, ask questions, or share their opinions.

• Now I'd like to open the floor to questions.
• The moderator opened the floor for comments.

The cultivation of grapevines using methods that avoid synthetic chemicals and fertilizers.

• Organic viticulture focuses on soil health and biodiversity.
• Many consumers prefer wine made from organic viticulture practices.

A route or journey where you travel to a destination and return by the same way.

• The hike was an out and back trip to the waterfall.
• It's an out and back trail, so the distance is doubled.

To admit that you have done something wrong or are responsible for something bad.

• You need to own up to your mistakes.
• He finally owned up to breaking the window.