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Значение идиомы on the beam
[on the beam] {adv.} or {adj. phr.} 1. In theradio beam that marks the path to follow between airports; flying inthe right direction.
A radio signal tells the pilot of an airplanewhen he is flying on the beam.
2. {slang} Doing well; just right;good or correct.
Kenneth’s answer was right on the beam.
Contrast:OFF THE BEAM.
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