On the money

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adverb

Absolutely accurate or correct.

His prediction about the election result was on the money.
Visual representation of "on the money" - Absolutely accurate or correct

Often appears as...

  • be on the money
  • guess on the money

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Approving

Colloquial

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Usage in Sports

Often used to describe a precise action or prediction in sports commentary.

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His shot was on the money and secured the team's victory.
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Figurative Sense

Used to express that something is exactly what was needed or expected without being literal about money.

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Your advice was on the money; it saved me a lot of trouble.
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Colloquial Contexts

Best used in informal conversations rather than formal or academic settings.

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When he said the event would start at 8 PM sharp, he was on the money.
Visual representation of the word "On the money"

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