General
on my radar
What does on my radar mean?
An item you're conscious of and monitoring, even if not acting on yet.
"That competitor is on my radar but not a threat yet."
Origin
Radar/aviation metaphor.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'on my radar' mean?
It means you're aware of something and keeping an eye on it, even if you're not acting on it yet.
Where does 'on my radar' come from?
It's a radar and aviation metaphor, where objects being tracked appear on a radar screen.
How is 'on my radar' used?
To signal awareness without urgency, e.g. 'that competitor is on my radar but not a threat yet'.
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