be close to/near the mark
be close to the mark
To almost reach a desired target or outcome. Some of you were very close to the mark on this last test, but no one got a perfect score. His design is close to the mark, but I think we can do better.
See also: close, mark
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
be close to/near the ˈmark
almost correct or accurate: The estimate of the total cost had been pretty close to the mark, in fact. She thinks it will take six months to complete the job, but I think eight would be nearer the mark.See also: close, mark, near
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- be close to the mark
- close to the mark
- come to a close
- too close to call
- too close for comfort
- close to your heart
- close to (one's) heart
- close by
- close at hand
- close as two coats of paint