dead-on
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of dead-on
First recorded in 1885–90
Example Sentences
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Perhaps that goes some way to explain her mass appeal later in life, expanded in no small way by “Downton” creator Julian Fellowes’ dead-on writing for the show.
From Salon • Oct. 1, 2024
“Her pitch was dead-on, and her rhythm was a lift to the spirit,” Mr. Reich said.
From New York Times • Jan. 12, 2024
Land is dead-on in her analysis of the various ways our society makes poverty all but inescapable.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 31, 2023
The women were gathered in Murray’s office, an enviable spot on the West front of the Capitol with a dead-on view of the Washington Monument.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 27, 2023
Madrina looks at me dead-on with a smirk.
From "Pride" by Ibi Zoboi
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