on the air

phrase

variants or less commonly on air

of a radio or television station, program, etc.

: broadcasting or being broadcast

The interview will be on the air tomorrow.

an interview being shown on air

Examples of on the air in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Simpsons showrunner Matt Selman spoke with EW about how to keep the show from growing stale after decades on the air. — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Aug. 2026

Speaking to the late comedian Jackie Mason on the air was also a treat. — Roni Raab, Sun Sentinel, 5 Aug. 2026

Residents will encounter him perched on the air conditioner just outside their apartment, staring in. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 1 Aug. 2026

Humidity’s grip on the air was gone Friday thanks to early morning rains that made for a near-perfect working environment for the players. — Pete Grathoff july 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026

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