on schedule

Idioms and Phrases

At the announced or expected time, as in Her first baby arrived right on schedule . Originally alluding to published railroad timetables, this expression dates from the late 1800s.

Example Sentences

Although I wish Alarmo allowed me the option to set this audio for longer than 10 minutes, an ability that will hopefully come in a future update, Alarmo wants to keep us on schedule.

From Los Angeles Times

The Covid-19 pandemic and rising inflation made the project difficult but the doors have opened on schedule.

From BBC

And despite its struggles with staying on schedule and the unusual way its presidential nominee was chosen, this year’s Democratic gathering in Chicago has been no different.

From BBC

“There is always a process involved in that. We are working all together as a team and getting good work done. We should just keep progressing along those lines. I can’t say enough about how the guys are dialed in and focused. I think we are right on schedule.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Hopefully, we’re on schedule. We’ll see some improvement in the water quality in the ocean down south.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• dependable
• expeditious