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words and phrases about accuracy
On the money
A correct answer (one that could win prize money)
Junko's calculation of the manufacturing costs for the new product was on the money.
Dead on
Very accurate
Ito-san was dead on in her assessment of the automotive industry.
Right on and spot on are also used
Hit home
To make an strong impact with one's words
Jun's remarks about wanting more fulfillment from her work really hit home with Ritsuko.
On track
On target, on the correct course
Kaoru is on track to be the first female managing director at her company.
Miss by a mile
To completely miss the target
Hiroyuki underestimated the time required to complete the project and missed the deadline by a mile.
A mile is roughly 1.6 kilometers.