on a/the tack

Frequency: 6.78.1 per million words

following a particular course of action, often used with 'right' or 'wrong'

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Examples (10)

  • I think you're on the wrong tack with that approach.
  • The team seems to be on the right tack to solve the problem.
  • After much discussion, we decided to go on a new tack.
  • His argument was completely on the wrong tack from the start.
  • If we continue on this tack, we'll never reach our goal.
  • The company needs to get on a different tack to survive in the market.
  • Are you sure you're on the right tack with your investigation?
  • The government is clearly on the wrong tack regarding environmental policy.
  • Perhaps it's time to try on a new tack for fundraising.
  • She felt they were finally on the same tack about the project.