onside
/ˈɑːnˌsaɪd/
adverb
- In or into a position where play is allowed according to the rules of a sport.
- The winger moved onside just before the ball was played forward.
- The linesman signaled that the player had come onside in time.
- He stepped back onside to avoid being penalized.
Antonyms
adjective
- In a position where play is allowed according to the rules of a sport (such as soccer, hockey, or football); not offside.
- The referee checked the replay to confirm the striker was onside before awarding the goal.
- The coach reminded the forwards to watch the defensive line and remain onside during the attack.
- She timed her run perfectly and stayed onside as she received the pass.
- In a favorable or supportive position; on the same side as someone else, especially in a conflict or negotiation.
- Once the employees felt heard, they were completely onside with the changes.
- After the meeting, the board members were finally onside with the new proposal.
- The mayor worked hard to get the community onside before the vote.
Synonyms
Antonyms