in harness

US /ɪn ˈhɑːrnɪs/
UK /ɪn ˈhɑːrnɪs/
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в строю, на работе, при исполнении обязанностей

working or performing one's duties, especially after a period of rest or inactivity

:
After a long vacation, it's good to be back in harness.
После долгого отпуска приятно снова быть в строю.
The old politician was still in harness, actively participating in debates.
Старый политик все еще был в строю, активно участвуя в дебатах.