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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[phrase]

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

Ex: He answered the email in his own sweet time, even though we needed a quick reply.

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

Ex: The time is ripe to launch the new product.

[phrase]

exactly on the desirable or expected time

Ex: Just as I mentioned rain, thunder sounded on cue.

[phrase]

at a time that one is comfortable with

Ex: You can call me at your convenience.

[phrase]

exactly at a time that is expected or decided upon

Ex: The train left at eight on the dot.

[phrase]

completing or achieving something just before a deadline

Ex: We submitted the proposal under the wire, five minutes before the deadline.

[Adverb]

just before it is too late

Ex: He arrives in the nick of time to catch his flight before the gate closes.