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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This is a good time to reconnect, smooth something over, or move a plan forward without forcing it. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 2 May 2026 Now might be an especially good time to remember that. Faith Hill, The Atlantic, 1 May 2026 If light rain is in the forecast, this is actually a very good time to seed. Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 Apr. 2026 These deals won’t last forever, so now’s a good time to pick up a set of outdoor lights and add a touch of nighttime radiance to your outdoor space. Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026 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 5 May. 2026.

Legal Definition

good time

noun
: a deduction for good behavior made from a convict's term of imprisonment
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