Synonyms of on the nose

on the nose

phrase

as in just

as stated or indicated without the slightest difference

He arrived to work at 9:00 on the nose.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• just
• right
• exactly
• full
• due
• precisely
• smack-dab
• squarely
• on the button
• sharp

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of on the nose

Yes, a bit on the nose, but who could begrudge Holloway for indulging in some fun for himself? — Greg Evans, Deadline, 29 Aug. 2026

In testing, the Pixel 10 Pro XL lasted 12 hours and 35 minutes, the Galaxy S26 Ultra lasted 15 hours and 5 minutes, and the Pixel 11 Pro lasted 13 hours on the nose. — Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

For that bit of hilarious historical synchronicity alone, Asked and Answered is worth folding into your more fantastical exotics, or even a sawbuck on the nose. — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Which is maybe a little on the nose for movie dialogue, but is right. — David Frum, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026