on about
phrase
British, informal + disapproving
: talking about
I haven't a clue what you're on about!
She is always on about the importance of exercise.
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The new Pacer is a sub-par three-point shooter but a terrific rim finisher who scores on about 70% of his shots at the basket, an excellent mark for a non-center.
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Tony East,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The Texas shipment came into the state on about 10 trucks, the state agriculture department said on the Monday call.
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Lizzie Kane,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
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Tony East,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2026
The Texas shipment came into the state on about 10 trucks, the state agriculture department said on the Monday call.
—
Lizzie Kane,
Sacbee.com,
29 June 2026
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“On about.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20about. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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