good time

noun

: the right moment to do something or for something to happen
Is this a good time for me to come over?
This is as good a time as any.

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No big risks, only guarantees of a good time. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Mar. 2026 After last night’s game might be a good time for the Padres to heed the advice on that message taped to the dugout wall. Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026 This is a good time to wrap up old business and work to make your home nicer. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Mar. 2026 Pace yourself to further your goals in good time. Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 26 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for good time

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“Good time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20time. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.

Legal Definition

good time

noun
: a deduction for good behavior made from a convict's term of imprisonment
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