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on time

ADJECTIVE
according to schedule
Synonyms
WEAK
dependable not delayed not late on schedule prompt punctual punctually reliable timely without delay
ADVERB
according to schedule
Synonyms
WEAK
dependable not delayed not late on schedule prompt punctual punctually reliable timely without delay

Example Sentences

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Ma cautioned that Japan has "homework" to do, including on production capacity, skilled labour, second- and third-tier suppliers, certification, testing, maintenance support and the ability to "deliver on time".

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

As a result, patients who are responsible and arrive on time carry the burden caused by others, waiting and waiting with no choice but to continue because the service is necessary.

From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026

It was the last time he would need to be on time.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

Oracle said in a post on X last week that each data center it is developing for OpenAI is moving forward on time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

I was excited about leaving El Camino Junior High School and starting Santa Maria High School on time in the fall.

From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez