strong on

phrase

1
: very good at (something)
The author is not strong on characterization.
2
: containing a lot of (something)
The explanation was strong on detail.

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Even her transformation into Glinda the Good Witch for Wicked, which saw her trade her familiar brunette shade for a dreamy, buttery blonde, kept strong on the silhouette. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 God bless, our strong soldiers stay strong on the battlefield. — Greg Norman-Diamond, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026 There's a pizza-and-diner-style spot that caters to families; a specialty Italian restaurant; and a glamorous restaurant strong on views at Falling Rock. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 The Ragin' Cajuns (3-1) held strong on defense, holding Charlotte (0-4) to just 137 yards of offense and no offensive scoring. — ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for strong on

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“Strong on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/strong%20on. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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