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Time - The Right Time

Explore English idioms regarding the right time with examples like "on the dot" and "under the wire".

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English idioms related to Time
in {one's} (own|) sweet time

as the pace one prefers, even though others expect one to act faster

Ex: They were taking their sweet time making a decision, causing delays in the project.
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the time [is] ripe

used to refer to a suitable time in which a particular activity can be done

Ex: Throughout the project, they were constantly monitoring the market to determine when the time was ripe to make their move.
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on cue
on cue
[phrase]

exactly on the desirable or expected time

Ex: The actor entered the stage right on cue, perfectly timed with the music and lighting cues.
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at {one's} convenience

at a place or time that one is comfortable with

Ex: If you could kindly respond at your convenience, we can proceed with the next steps.
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on the dot
on the dot
[phrase]

exactly at a time that is expected or decided upon

Ex: She had left the office at 5:00 PM on the dot when her colleague called with an urgent request.
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under the wire

completing or achieving something just before a deadline

Ex: She had submitted the proposal just under the wire when they announced the deadline extension.
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