good time
noun
: the right moment to do something or for something to happen
Is this a good time for me to come over?
This is as good a time as any.
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The England fans, desperate for a good time, started working their way through a repertoire of songs, including serenading Manchester City’s Phil Foden, who was not included in Tuchel’s squad, and singing derogatory chants about Keir Starmer, the United Kingdom’s prime minister.
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Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 8 June 2025
Warm summer evenings are a good time to discover the wonders of the night sky.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2025
After the holiday rush dies down and before the summer travel spike begins, February is a good time to fly if your schedule allows.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 6 June 2025
The pair costar in two new movies, 'To Barcelona, With Love' and 'To Barcelona, Forever,' airing on June 7 and 14
When two longtime Hallmark Channel favorites — and longtime friends — team up, a good time is sure to be had by all.
—Breanne L. Heldman, People.com, 6 June 2025
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Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 8 June 2025
Warm summer evenings are a good time to discover the wonders of the night sky.
—Ernie Cowan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 June 2025
After the holiday rush dies down and before the summer travel spike begins, February is a good time to fly if your schedule allows.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 6 June 2025
The pair costar in two new movies, 'To Barcelona, With Love' and 'To Barcelona, Forever,' airing on June 7 and 14
When two longtime Hallmark Channel favorites — and longtime friends — team up, a good time is sure to be had by all.
—Breanne L. Heldman, People.com, 6 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for good time
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“Good time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20time. Accessed 14 Jun. 2025.
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