
On the bounce
Sports Usage
Often used to describe a series of sports victories or losses.
The boxer won nine fights on the bounce, becoming undefeated.
UK Specific
Predominantly a British phrase, not commonly used in American English.
She sold cakes at the market ten days on the bounce - quite the British expression!
Not Literal
Not related to actual bouncing; it's metaphorical for repeating actions.
They worked on the project for three weeks on the bounce, with no days off.
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