it's about time
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"I think, of course, a woman -- it's about time, isn't it? After 80 years" of the UN's existence, said Espinosa, a former foreign minister.
From Barron's ● Jun. 9, 2026
"After talking and talking for a whole generation, it's about time for doing," he said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026
Naturally, it’s about time that he delivered a full-length project of his own.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2025
I think it's about time we had it in this country.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2025
I opened the door, to find my friend Janet, who said, "Well, it's about time."
From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris
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