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At hazard vs On the hazard

on the hazard— = at hazard 2:

at hand—(also: on hand) within easy reach; close by:

Note: The expression does not correlate in meaning with the phrase full time—

Note: Neither expression correlates in meaning with the phrase with all one’s strength—using as much physical effort as one can:

at full length—

at first—in the beginning; originally:

at dusk—at the time when the twilight is setting in:

at danger—(of a signal on a railway line, etc.): in the position giving a warning of danger:

at command—said of smth. at one’s disposal (and ready to be used)

at call —(also: on call) 1. (of a doctor, etc.) available if required:

at best—(introductory or parenthetical) even under the most favorable conditions:

at arm’s length—1. as far away from one as one can reach with the arm: