it's about time

Example Sentences

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But those of us who have loved her well and long from across the pond do; it’s about time Walker got some good old-fashioned American adulation, which, with any luck, “Alice and Steve” will provide.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

"Talks are very important, because it's about time we have an opportunity of moving forward with Lebanon."

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

"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

“Looks like it’s about time for everyone under the age of thirty to head off to bed.”

From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull