on the Hill

Cultural  

1. A phrase referring to Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., where Congress meets: “They're debating that nuclear waste issue on the Hill today.”

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on the Hill

Subsequently, Dermer, who wrote the speech, became persona non grata on the Hill among Democrats, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2025

Ed Sheeran grew up in Framlingham in Suffolk and its rolling hills and magnificent castle inspired his hit single, Castle on the Hill.

From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2025

“But talking about vaccines on the Hill is like walking on a razor blade that’s on fire.”

From Salon ● Jul. 17, 2025

Speaking with reporters after the vote, senior White House officials said Trump was the “omnipresent force behind the legislation,” crediting his personal relationships with lawmakers on the Hill for its ultimate success.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 3, 2025

As she watched Poppy walk off with her coven, skipping toward one of the mansions on the Hill and talking animatedly, Seven knew they weren’t just on different paths: They were in two separate worlds.

From "Witchlings" by Claribel A. Ortega