on (the) television

idiom

: broadcast by television : being shown by television or in a television program

What is on the television tonight?

There's nothing (I want to watch) on television right now.

I recognize your face. Are you on television?

Examples of on (the) television in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Duggar Family Secrets dove deeper into the family's story, exploring both their rise to fame and the darker aspects of their lives that were not always visible on television. —

Jane Lacroix, Peoplemag, 21 July 2024 Brad Faxon is really, really good talking about golf on television. —

Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 20 July 2024 The reason for this is pretty simple: With limited amounts of representation of genuine dialogue and healthy relationships on television, Love Island USA gives viewers, specifically Black women, hope that love is in reach. —

Taylor Crumpton, TIME, 19 July 2024 Those who can’t attend games can find them on television. —

Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for on (the) television

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