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2010.03.10

Here's a high-flying expression to lift your spirits skyward!

Today's LessonCATEGORY: イディオム
UP IN THE AIR   はっきりしていない、未定で

Explanation

  • Something is up in the air if it's uncertain or hasn't been decided yet.
  • up in the air は、何かがはっきりしていない、または、まだ決まっていない、という意味です。

UP IN THE AIR

examples

  1. Plans for the new facility construction are up in the air for now. We're still negotiating with the city.
  2. (headmaster of a struggling private school)
    Enrollment is up slightly this year, but the future of the school is still up in the air.
  3. It's still up in the air if Jenny will be staying on as Director of Business Development. It all depends on the company's performance this quarter.

英会話レッスンHave a terrific day!