on the level
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on the level
Honest, straightforward, and sincere (and therefore trustworthy). Don't worry about Jason—he's on the level. I need to you to be on the level with me: do I have any chance at this promotion?
See also: level, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
(strictly) on the level
honest; dependably open and fair. How can I be sure you're on the level? You can trust Sally. She's strictly on the level.
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on the level
honest; straightforward. Come on now, on the level, tell me the truth. Is the ad on the level?
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
on the level
Honest, straightforward, sincere, as in You can believe her-she's on the level. This expression may have come from Freemasonry, where the carpenter's level symbolizes integrity. [Late 1800s]
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The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
on the level
Someone or something that is on the level is honest or true. Wait a minute, is this guy on the level or not? I can offer you something better than this, Trish. And all on the level.
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Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
on the level
honest and truthful. informalSee also: level, on
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
on the ˈlevel
(American English also on the ˌup and ˈup) (informal) honest; legal: I promise you that he’s on the level. He’s never been involved in anything criminal.See also: level, on
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
on the level
mod. honest; straightforward. Come on now. Be on the level with me.
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McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions
on the level
Informal Without deception; honest.
See also: level, on
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- be on the level
- on the level, to be
- raise the stakes
- level off
- level up
- level down
- level (one's) locks
- level one’s locks
- level out
- buzz up