dead-on
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of dead-on
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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It’s one of many amusingly dead-on observations about the nature of popular music today, whether at the end that enjoys global adulation or at the opposite extreme.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
Perhaps that goes some way to explain her mass appeal later in life, expanded in no small way by “Downton” creator Julian Fellowes’ dead-on writing for the show.
From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2024
Weirdly, your timing was dead-on for people searching for a comedic break from what is going on in the world.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2024
“Her pitch was dead-on, and her rhythm was a lift to the spirit,” Mr. Reich said.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
“Because it happened. Because every word is absolutely dead-on true.”
From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien
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