On The Bounce

What is On The Bounce?

1.

A military term used by Robert A. Heinlein in his first-rate novel Starship Troopers, it is synonymous with the more commonly used phrases of on the ball and on your toes. In other terms, it means being in a state of readiness and awareness, and usually involves thinking one step ahead.

Sarge was really cracking down this week, so our squad had to be on the bounce 24/7.

My nephew's chess skills have dramatically improved, so whenever I play him I have to be on the bounce if I really want to win.
27

Random Words:

Bushmills
1. Stories tell us that the troops of King Henry II of England were more than happy to discover the unique taste of Irish whiskey. Unable t..
Read more
Diafpow
1. Die in a fiery pool of water. Get back in the fiery water! I hooked up with your girlfriend last night. Diafpow. See die, in, a, fir..
Read more
Queer Gear
1. something or someone that has homosexual characteristics; can also be used in place of the word "gay", "whack", &quo..
Read more

Best StartPage for your browser.

All you need for a faster workflow in one place.



Get it for Free