Punctuality
noun
The quality of being on time, not late.
The train is famous for its punctuality. It leaves exactly at its scheduled time.
Often appears as...
- appreciated for its punctuality
- maintaining punctuality
noun
The quality of being on time, not late.
The train is famous for its punctuality. It leaves exactly at its scheduled time.
Often appears as...
- appreciated for its punctuality
- maintaining punctuality
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Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Expectations
Different cultures have varying norms for punctuality, some might see being early as rude.
In some places, arriving too early can be as frowned upon as being late.
Pro Tip 2/3Professionalism
Being punctual is often linked to reliability and professionalism in the workplace.
Her punctuality helped her earn a reputation as a reliable team member.
Pro Tip 3/3Social Implications
Constant lateness can harm relationships as it may imply disrespect or disinterest.
He learned punctuality to show his friends that he values their time together.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Expectations
Different cultures have varying norms for punctuality, some might see being early as rude.
In some places, arriving too early can be as frowned upon as being late.
Pro Tip 2/3Professionalism
Being punctual is often linked to reliability and professionalism in the workplace.
Her punctuality helped her earn a reputation as a reliable team member.
Pro Tip 3/3Social Implications
Constant lateness can harm relationships as it may imply disrespect or disinterest.
He learned punctuality to show his friends that he values their time together.
Pro Tip 1/3Cultural Expectations
Different cultures have varying norms for punctuality, some might see being early as rude.
In some places, arriving too early can be as frowned upon as being late.
Pro Tip 2/3Professionalism
Being punctual is often linked to reliability and professionalism in the workplace.
Her punctuality helped her earn a reputation as a reliable team member.
Pro Tip 3/3Social Implications
Constant lateness can harm relationships as it may imply disrespect or disinterest.
He learned punctuality to show his friends that he values their time together.
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consistencydependabilityefficiencyprecisionpromptnessregularreliabletimeliness
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Ethical dilemma: Would...
By extension, it might also be disrespectful towards Emerson, since you would be deliberately trying to give him a false impression of Carey’s punctuality. So how do you weigh potential happiness against guaranteed disrespect?
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José Antonio Abreu: The...
It makes him a better student at school because it inspires in him a sense of responsibility, perseverance and punctuality that will greatly help him at school.
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The Life of Macaroni...
after spending the winter wandering around the northern fringes of the southern ocean the macaronis returned with remarkable punctuality in just 10
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Ethical dilemma: Would...
By extension, it might also be disrespectful towards Emerson, since you would be deliberately trying to give him a false impression of Carey’s punctuality. So how do you weigh potential happiness against guaranteed disrespect?
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José Antonio Abreu: The...
It makes him a better student at school because it inspires in him a sense of responsibility, perseverance and punctuality that will greatly help him at school.
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The Life of Macaroni...
after spending the winter wandering around the northern fringes of the southern ocean the macaronis returned with remarkable punctuality in just 10
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Gelsey Kirkland
American Dancer
The voices of moral authority in the theatre demanded only punctuality and physical performance. In the light of continuing pressure and stress, the occasional lip service paid to moderation was meaningless. Starvation and poisoning were not excesses, but measures taken to stay within the norm.
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Radhika Apte
Indian Actress
Professionalism and punctuality are extremely important, especially in the career path I've chosen. Being on sets, film schedules can be very stringent and tight. They are sometimes at odd hours in various locations. Being there when you're called just ensures that the day starts smoothly.
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Raul
Spanish Athlete
Punctuality and showing respect in the workplace are the foundations of success. Success is meaningless without them. I'm always looking to pass these lessons on to younger players, because they are the secret of excelling and developing your game.
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George William Russell
Irish Writer
When steam first began to pump and wheels go round at so many revolutions per minute, what are called business habits were intended to make the life of man run in harmony with the steam engine, and his movement rival the train in punctuality.
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William Hazlitt
English Critic
Few things tend more to alienate friendship than a want of punctuality in our engagements. I have known the breach of a promise to dine or sup to break up more than one intimacy.
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Anupam Kher
Indian Actor
Our school not only makes you an actor, it makes you understand who you actually are as well... it gives you discipline and punctuality. It also teaches you a way of life.
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Charles Dickens
English Novelist
I never could have done what I have done without the habits of punctuality, order, and diligence, without the determination to concentrate myself on one subject at a time.
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Ant McPartlin
English Celebrity
Dec's punctuality leaves a lot to be desired.
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Evelyn Waugh
English Author
Punctuality is the virtue of the bored.
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Thomas Chandler Haliburton
Canadian Author
Punctuality is the soul of business.
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Gelsey Kirkland
American Dancer
The voices of moral authority in the theatre demanded only punctuality and physical performance. In the light of continuing pressure and stress, the occasional lip service paid to moderation was meaningless. Starvation and poisoning were not excesses, but measures taken to stay within the norm.
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Radhika Apte
Indian Actress
Professionalism and punctuality are extremely important, especially in the career path I've chosen. Being on sets, film schedules can be very stringent and tight. They are sometimes at odd hours in various locations. Being there when you're called just ensures that the day starts smoothly.
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Raul
Spanish Athlete
Punctuality and showing respect in the workplace are the foundations of success. Success is meaningless without them. I'm always looking to pass these lessons on to younger players, because they are the secret of excelling and developing your game.
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George William Russell
Irish Writer
When steam first began to pump and wheels go round at so many revolutions per minute, what are called business habits were intended to make the life of man run in harmony with the steam engine, and his movement rival the train in punctuality.
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William Hazlitt
English Critic
Few things tend more to alienate friendship than a want of punctuality in our engagements. I have known the breach of a promise to dine or sup to break up more than one intimacy.
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Anupam Kher
Indian Actor
Our school not only makes you an actor, it makes you understand who you actually are as well... it gives you discipline and punctuality. It also teaches you a way of life.
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Charles Dickens
English Novelist
I never could have done what I have done without the habits of punctuality, order, and diligence, without the determination to concentrate myself on one subject at a time.
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Ant McPartlin
English Celebrity
Dec's punctuality leaves a lot to be desired.
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Evelyn Waugh
English Author
Punctuality is the virtue of the bored.
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Thomas Chandler Haliburton
Canadian Author
Punctuality is the soul of business.
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