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UKon the go
/ɒnðə ɡˈəʊ/
/ɑːnðə ɡˈoʊ/on the go
[PHRASE]1
in a state of being actively engaged in various activities or constantly in motion, typically indicating a busy and active lifestyle
What is the origin of the idiom "on the go" and when to use it?
The phrase "on the go" is believed to have originated in the early 19th century, and it is a reference to the idea of being in constant motion or activity. It used to describe a situation where someone is very busy and active, often moving from one place or task to another.
Examples
1. Tangelos are the perfect portable snack, as their easy-to-peel skin make them a convenient option on the go.
2. So, three does seem a little bit excessive but I feel like at least one of these would probably stay in the apartment and be like a desk planner and then one or two would be on the go with me.
3. Now while I wouldn't recommend this, it also works pretty well if you're on the go, if you're driving and then you feel like, if you see a name like briefly, then you think it's something important then you know you should probably pull over.
4. Before the iPod, there really wasn't an easy way to take a lot of music with you on the go.
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