on the wing

phrase

1
: in flight : flying
2
: in motion

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The bigger question would seem to be whether Poitras is a good fit for duty on the wing. — Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 7 Nov. 2026 Solar panels on the wing power the motors and charge the batteries during the day. — New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026 In practice, Bridges, Anunoby and Hart will play the lion’s share of the minutes on the wing, and Jordan Clarkson and Shamet are the immediate backups. — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 5 Nov. 2026 The Horned Frogs also return 6-4 sophomore wing Clara Bielefeld and 6-8 sophomore center Sarah Portlock, giving TCU size on the wing and depth behind Silva. — Steven Johnson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the wing

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“On the wing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20wing. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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