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on time

/ɒn taɪm/

[/ɒn taɪm/]

punctual

Beginnerphrase

Definition

Arriving or happening at the expected or scheduled time, neither early nor late.

Example

The train arrived right on time.

The train arrived right on time.

Etymology

From 'on' plus 'time', marking exact adherence to a schedule.

How & Where It’s Used

Common for punctuality in schedules.

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