on it

phrase

: actively dealing with a problem, job, etc.
"We need to get this paperwork done." "Don't worry; I'm on it."

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The only question left is whether buyers agree, and Jaguar has been explicit about betting the company on it. — Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2026 Don’t change medications or restrict major food groups based on it without talking to a clinician. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Of the 27 analysts covering Procter & Gamble, just 11 have a buy or strong buy on the stock, while 15 have a hold rating on it, LSEG data shows. — Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026 College football is in a better place for having Dennis Franchione’s influence on it, and today is a great loss to all who knew him. — Jim Barnes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on it

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“On it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20it. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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