On Target

Pronunciation: /ɒn ˈtɑːrɡɪt/

Definitions of on target

adjective describes the noun 'target' as being accurate or precise

Example Sentences

A1 The archer's aim was on target as he hit the bullseye.

A2 The student's answers were on target during the quiz.

B1 The company's sales projections were on target for the quarter.

B2 The athlete's training regimen was on target, leading to a gold medal win.

C1 The project manager's strategic planning was consistently on target, resulting in a successful completion.

C2 The sniper's shot was on target, hitting the target from a mile away.

Examples of on target in a Sentence

formal The project is progressing well and we are on target to meet our deadline.

informal Don't worry, we're on target to finish the assignment on time.

slang We're totally on target with this plan, nothing can stop us now!

figurative His criticism was harsh, but it was on target and made me reflect on my actions.

Grammatical Forms of on target

• past tense: was on target
• plural: on targets
• comparative: more on target
• superlative: most on target
• present tense: is on target
• future tense: will be on target
• perfect tense: has been on target
• continuous tense: is being on target
• singular: on target
• positive degree: very on target
• infinitive: to be on target
• gerund: being on target
• participle: having been on target

Origin and Evolution of on target

First Known Use: 1940 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'on target' originated from military terminology, specifically in reference to hitting a designated objective accurately.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in a literal sense in military contexts, 'on target' has evolved to be used more broadly to indicate being accurate or successful in achieving a goal.