it's about time
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"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
Shadow education secretary Laura Trott said: "Behaviour and attendance are two of the biggest challenges facing schools and it's about time the government acted."
From BBC ● Aug. 30, 2025
"I think it’s about time that this country had a sovereign wealth fund," Trump told reporters, according to Reuters.
From Salon ● Feb. 3, 2025
"I think it's about time we played as a team and shared our clues and shared the inheritance."
From "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin
