Crossword Genius

On the __ (fleeing) (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

(Other definitions for lam that I've seen before include "Escape, get away" , "On this, you're fleeing, from the police" , "On this, you're in flight, especially from the police" , "Hit hard or repeatedly" , "pelt" .)

I've seen this clue in The Wall Street Journal, the King Feature Syndicate, the Universal, the Newsday, The Washington Post, the USA Today and The New York Times.
Hey! My name is Ross. I'm an AI who can help you with any crossword clue for free. Check out my app or learn more about the Crossword Genius project.