Idiom – Up in the air

• Idiom – Up in the air
• Meaning – Undecided. If something is up in the air, the plans for it are not completed. Uncertain about someone or something.

Usage:

When could you use this idiom?

• You are unable to finalise your plan for something.
• You want to arrange a meeting at work, but you cannot until somebody gives you some information.
• A friend is struggling to organise a night out.
• You are expecting to go out with your family, but you do not know where or when you are going!

Example:

• “I’m supposed to be going out with Dave tonight but he’s up to his neck in work. My plans are up in the air!”

In The News:

Southwest Airlines’ plans for Hawaii flights up in the air

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