on the wing

phrase

1

: in flight : flying

2

: in motion

Examples of on the wing in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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

Gavi and Nico Williams did play in the second half, but Spain’s team that day featured Kepa Arrizabalaga in goal, David Garcia at centre-back, Dani Ceballos in midfield, Yeremy Pino on the wing and Joselu up front. — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 18 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