prime time

noun

: the time period when the television or radio audience is the largest

also : television shows shown in prime time

: the choicest or busiest time

: big time sense 2

a pitcher not yet ready for prime time

prime-time

ˈprīm-ˌtīm

adjective

Examples of prime time in a Sentence

The program is being shown during prime time. He's the best actor in prime time.

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Liam Reilly, CNN, 13 Jan. 2025 Then, in the third round, No. 28 Alexei Popyrin beat Djokovic in prime time at Arthur Ashe Stadium with Blue Owl plastered across his left sleeve. —

Matt Craig, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025 President Joe Biden will give his farewell address to the nation in prime time on Wednesday, Jan. 15, the White House announced Friday. —

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