it's about time

Example Sentences

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"After talking and talking for a whole generation, it's about time for doing," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

"I think it’s about time that this country had a sovereign wealth fund," Trump told reporters, according to Reuters.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2025

So it’s about time to dive back in.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2024

Gauff also thinks it’s about time that tennis moved into the 21st century and relied on video replay technology at all events, the way many other sports do.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024

I think it’s about time men start respecting women, instead of degrading women to the point where it’s unbearable.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers