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On the dot: Meaning and Examples — Word Power 28

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Word Power 28: On the dot. Meaning: Exactly on time or at the time mentioned. Illustrated lesson with English examples and Hindi support.

On the dot

Word Power 28 · English idioms

Meaning

Exactly on time or at the time mentioned.

Usage

I'll meet you at 12 on the dot. Don't forget.
Breakfast is served at 8 on the dot.
The taxi showed up on the dot.

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Use “on the dot” in a sentence of your own. The original lesson image also includes Hindi support and illustrations.

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