Near the mark phrase
Almost correct and true in every detail or good enough.
Your answers must be exactly the same as these ones. If they are different or near the mark, you won't get any points.
After considering two different answers, the teacher stated that the latter was nearer to the mark.
The origin of this phrase is not clear.
1. Last actions before having no chance to do
2. The last notes belonging to a song
1. He got his last licks on the piano before selling it.
2. The last licks of this song left an indelible impression on me.