(idiomatic, chiefly Northern England) on one's own, alone

(idiomatic) extremely desperately

(idiomatic) In one's opinion, from one's point of view.

(idiomatic, derogatory) Subject to one's demands because of bribery.

(idiomatic, Northern England) Alone, on one's own.

Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see on, side. / Supporting or advocating for someone. / Helping to succeed; acting as an advantage.

To a standing position.

(idiomatic, transitive) To compel someone or something to conform to one's desires.

(informal) Performing as well as one can.

(US) used to emphasize that one is behaving or going to behave in a trustworthy manner. / (dated) expected to do what one has promised, expected to uphold one's promise.