on the money

1. Also, right on the money. Exact, precise, as in Your estimate is right on the money. This term alludes to a winning bet in horse racing. [Slang; 1940s]

Example Sentences

But 13 years on, the money for such programming just isn't there.

From BBC

To add salt to her wounds, Anjali says, she is being forced to pay taxes on the money stolen from her.

From BBC

Jones, who wrote the Sweet Trails Alabama legislation and remains heavily involved in the program, said he’s gotten little pushback from his constituents on the money the state has spent on trails thus far.

From Slate

His speed of thought is electrifying, his accuracy when firing passes that are so on the money that they can eliminate two and three defenders in an instant is unerring.

From BBC

The defense also focused on the money and other things they got from Combs.

From Los Angeles Times

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