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

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

The official tasting notes describe aromas of caramel and vanilla on the nose, followed by sweet caramel, charred oak, and more vanilla on the palate, ending with a long, velvety caramel finish. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 July 2026