on-target

American  

[on-tahr-git, awn-] / ˈɒnˈtɑr gɪt, ˈɔn- /

adjective

1. correct, accurate, or adhering closely to an anticipated outcome.

   an on-target forecast for the weekend weather.

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on target Idioms  

1. Completely accurate, wholly valid, as in Our cost estimates were right on target, or His criticisms were on target. This seemingly old expression dates only from the mid-1900s, and the colloquial use of target for a goal one wishes to achieve dates from about 1940.

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Example Sentences

McGregor's superb effort was Celtic's first on-target effort of the entire game and came beyond the four minutes of added-on time indicated by the match officials.

From Barron's

From there, Kaj delivered an on-target pitch/roll to Betts, who brought the ball back to his son.

From Los Angeles Times

The Rams rookie also needs a good snap, fast and on-target.

From Los Angeles Times

Last time out, a 3-1 defeat at rivals Bournemouth, Saints had almost 60% possession but only created three on-target chances.

From BBC

The afternoon appearance at Venue Six10 was the kind of on-target use of Hollywood stars that has been a signature of the convention that will make the Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz the party’s 2024 nominees for the White House.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

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• unique