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On the nose

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Precision Emphasis

Use 'on the nose' to stress the accuracy of something, akin to hitting a bullseye.

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Your estimate is on the nose; the budget was just as you projected.
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Compliment Precision

This phrase is often a compliment for someone's exactness or ability to forecast accurately.

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She answered the question on the nose, impressing everyone.
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