switch on

The phrase 'switch on' is often used in both literal and figurative contexts to indicate activation or initiation.

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Definition

A2Daily Life

(common)To activate a device by moving a switch or pressing a button.

Example

Please switch on the light when you enter the room.
He switched on the TV to watch the news.

B2Social Interaction

(idiomatic)To suddenly become interested, excited, or enthusiastic about something.

Example

She really switches on when talking about her favorite hobby.
You could see him switch on the moment he started discussing his new project.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "switch on":

turn on switched on switch off toggle switch key on turn off switch engine set on clap on fire up light up power up light off two-way switch start on touch on double switch game on clock on get on back onto hot on tuned in be on put on power button hit the button switch up have on check on set to press button