on the wing

phrase

1

: in flight : flying

2

: in motion

Examples of on the wing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The 24-year-old is adaptable, having shown glimpses of potential last season on the wing and in a more typical central role. — Patrick Boyland, New York Times, 26 July 2026

Those compact, quick shooting mechanics have been mostly used as a catch-and-shoot specialist in the corners and on the wing, exactly the kind of attempts he’ll be asked to take next to Steph Curry and De’Anthony Melton. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 19 July 2026

The Lakers, who added Ziaire Williams on a one-year deal Monday in their 15th roster spot, are looking for more defense on the wing. — Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

His versatility means that Cancelo can play on either flank in defence or in advanced positions on the wing. — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Rhymes for on the wing

• anything
• colouring
• everything
• nuzzling
• snorkeling
• splattering
• superstring
• underwing
• worshiping
• bing
• bring
• ching