be on (the) air

be on (the) air

To be broadcasting live, as on television or radio. OK everyone, we're on the air in five minutes! Please try to control your language—we can't have any cursing while we're on air.
See also: air, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • on (the) air
  • on air
  • on the air
  • on/off the air
  • off (the) air
  • off the air
  • as (something) as you please
  • as as you please
  • Can I get by, please?
  • Could I get by, please?