Be on the game
verb phrase
To participate in prostitution.
Unfortunately, due to extreme poverty, some have had to be on the game to survive.
Often appears as...
- forced to be on the game
- getting involved in being on the game
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb phrase
To actively seek success in one's endeavours.
You've got to really be on the game if you want to advance in this industry.
Often appears as...
- need to be on the game
- it's time to be on the game
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb phrase
To participate in prostitution.
Unfortunately, due to extreme poverty, some have had to be on the game to survive.
Often appears as...
- forced to be on the game
- getting involved in being on the game
Usage tips
Informal, Disapproving
Colloquial
verb phrase
To actively seek success in one's endeavours.
You've got to really be on the game if you want to advance in this industry.
Often appears as...
- need to be on the game
- it's time to be on the game
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Sensitive Topic
This phrase refers to illegal activities in many places and conveys desperation or lack of choice.
After losing everything, he felt being on the game was the only option.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Warning
Use cautiously; this phrase is informal and might offend or be misunderstood.
I heard she was once on the game, but it's not polite to discuss.
Pro Tip 3/3British Slang
It's a British expression and may not be understood or accepted internationally.
He moved to the UK and heard about people being on the game.
Pro Tip 1/3Sensitive Topic
This phrase refers to illegal activities in many places and conveys desperation or lack of choice.
After losing everything, he felt being on the game was the only option.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Warning
Use cautiously; this phrase is informal and might offend or be misunderstood.
I heard she was once on the game, but it's not polite to discuss.
Pro Tip 3/3British Slang
It's a British expression and may not be understood or accepted internationally.
He moved to the UK and heard about people being on the game.
Pro Tip 1/3Sensitive Topic
This phrase refers to illegal activities in many places and conveys desperation or lack of choice.
After losing everything, he felt being on the game was the only option.
Pro Tip 2/3Colloquial Warning
Use cautiously; this phrase is informal and might offend or be misunderstood.
I heard she was once on the game, but it's not polite to discuss.
Pro Tip 3/3British Slang
It's a British expression and may not be understood or accepted internationally.
He moved to the UK and heard about people being on the game.
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