on the nose
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Bild said the plane landed safely at Hanover airport, where minor damage was discovered on the nose section.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
Bottle bio: Another sparkling white from the Russian River Valley, it features notes of tropical fruit, lychee and green apple on the nose.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
Chances are, you’ll retire either sooner or later than you plan to, rather than hit that date on the nose.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 29, 2026
While historical comparisons and analogies can be overdone, the parallels between Washington in late November 2004 and today can feel a little too on the nose.
From Slate ● May 4, 2026
“I love you, Daisy,” Via said, kissing Daisy on the nose.
From "Wonder" by R. J. Palacio
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