in time
Idioms- at this point (in time)
- in due time
- in good time
- in the nick of (just in) time
- on time
- stitch in time
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Before a time limit expires, early enough, as in His speech begins at eight, so we've arrived in time . It is often put as in time for , as in Please come in time for dinner . [Second half of 1400s] Also see in good time .
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Eventually, within an indefinite period, as in In time you'll see that Dad was right . [c. 1450] Also see in due course .
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In the proper musical tempo or rhythm, as in It's important to dance in time to the music . [c. 1700]
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Example Sentences
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In time, Morgan Stanley expects the rate differentials to reassert themselves, once the conflict de-escalates.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026
In time, more evidence may come to light either corroborating or disproving the allegations, but right now, we’re pulling on some pretty thin threads.
From Slate • Feb. 27, 2026
In time, investigators found Mrs. Scott’s dentures and eyeglasses behind the backyard incinerator … but no body.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 21, 2026
In time, Parliament voting for the publication of no end of documents and messages prompted by the Lord Mandelson scandal could yet provoke embarrassment and diplomatic headaches with Washington.
From BBC • Feb. 9, 2026
In time Hattie became reconciled to our marriage and used her connection to us to her best advantage.
From "Ella Enchanted" by Gail Carson Levine
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