it's about time

Idioms  

1. Also, it's high time. See about time; high time.

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Example Sentences

I’m supposed to say that it’s about time, that there’s nothing outlandish or improper about Major League Baseball finally implementing a review system in which players can challenge balls and strikes and get the call right.

From The Wall Street Journal

"Talks are very important, because it's about time we have an opportunity of moving forward with Lebanon."

From Barron's

"After talking and talking for a whole generation, it's about time for doing," he said.

From Barron's

His wife told him: “‘It’s about time people recognize what a messy eater you are.’”

From The Wall Street Journal

“Finally, you’re up! Well, it’s about time. Do you know what I’ve been doing the whole while you’ve been snoozing away? Do you? Never mind asking because it would take another hour to list everything off.”

From Literature