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Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

on a string

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.40 in modern English

Syllables
on a string
IPA
10
Scrabble Score
9
Letters
1
Syllables
8
Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

Under one's control or influence.

prep_phrase

In a state of great anxiety.

Dated

Example Sentences

Etymology

Imagery of a puppeteer manipulating a marionette by its strings. Compare pull the strings.

Usage

Questions

What does on a string mean?
Under one's control or influence.
Where does on a string come from?
Imagery of a puppeteer manipulating a marionette by its strings. Compare pull the strings.

How to pronounce on a string

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