on the qui vive

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Definition of on the qui vive in English Turkish dictionary

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be on the qui vive
kulağı kirişte olmak
English - English
in a state of heightened vigilance, especially prior to battle
on the alert; diligently alert and watchful; lively awareness
on the qui vive

    Turkish pronunciation

    ôn dhi kwi vayv

    Pronunciation

    /ˈôn ᴛʜē ˈkwē ˈvīv/ /ˈɔːn ðiː ˈkwiː ˈvaɪv/

    Etymology

    () From French qui vive (“who lives?”), a sentry's challenge
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