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On-the-dot Definition

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adverb

(idiomatic) Exactly; precisely, especially of a numerical quantity.

He arrived at 10 o'clock, on the dot.
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Synonyms:
  • Synonyms:
  • on-the-button
  • precisely
  • on-the-nose
  • exactly

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