on deck

phrase

Synonyms of on decknext
1
: ready for duty
2
: next in line : next in turn

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The black-and-white snapshots of sailors hoisting lines on deck look similar to the modern scenes still playing out today. Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 1 July 2026 Pair it with flat sandals during the day or dress it up with wedges and simple jewelry for dinner on deck. Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026

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“On deck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20deck. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.

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