be on

/bi ɑn/
/bi ɒn/
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Other forms: was on; is on; were on; are on; been on; being on; am on

Definitions of be on
  1. verb
    appear in a show, on T.V. or radio
    “The news won't be on tonight”
    synonyms: get on
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    type of:
    air
    be broadcast
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