On the level

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Trustworthy Context

Use 'on the level' to express trust in someone's honesty or ethics in business and personal matters.

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I vouched for her because I knew she was on the level.

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Casual Speech

'On the level' is more common in casual conversation than in formal writing or speeches.

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You're on the level with me, right?

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Affirmation Query

Use 'on the level?' as a question to confirm someone's sincerity or truthfulness.

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Are you being on the level with me about your experience?

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