Under way
phrase
Something has started and is now in progress.
The construction work is under way.
Often appears as...
- get under way
- set under way
phrase
Something has started and is now in progress.
The construction work is under way.
Often appears as...
- get under way
- set under way
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Phrase Position
This phrase is often found after the verb 'is' or 'are' to indicate something has started.
The meeting is under way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Under way' is a metaphorical phrase and is not used to describe physical position.
The new project is finally under way.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Contexts
Frequently used in formal contexts, such as official announcements or reporting.
The investigation is under way.
Pro Tip 1/3Phrase Position
This phrase is often found after the verb 'is' or 'are' to indicate something has started.
The meeting is under way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Under way' is a metaphorical phrase and is not used to describe physical position.
The new project is finally under way.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Contexts
Frequently used in formal contexts, such as official announcements or reporting.
The investigation is under way.
Pro Tip 1/3Phrase Position
This phrase is often found after the verb 'is' or 'are' to indicate something has started.
The meeting is under way.
Pro Tip 2/3Not Literal
'Under way' is a metaphorical phrase and is not used to describe physical position.
The new project is finally under way.
Pro Tip 3/3Formal Contexts
Frequently used in formal contexts, such as official announcements or reporting.
The investigation is under way.
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