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Synonyms

in due course

Idioms  

  1. Also, in due course of time; in due time; in time; all in good time. After an appropriate interval, in a reasonable length of time. For example, In due course we'll discuss the details of this arrangement, or In due time the defense will present new evidence, or You'll learn the program in time, or We'll come up with a solution, all in good time. Chaucer used in due time in the late 1300s, and the other usages arose over the next few centuries. However, also see in good time for another meaning.

Example Sentences

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"We are aware of the growing interest in alternative funerary methods and we will respond to the Law Commission's report in due course," said an official.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The IEA Secretariat will provide further details of how this collective action will be implemented in due course.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

The group’s secretariat will provide further details of how this collective action will be implemented in due course.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 11, 2026

An oversight board will now consider the situation, the spokeswoman added, and the chief statistician will provide an update in due course.

From BBC • Feb. 22, 2026

"We have lost time. And we will have to lose more in due course, while Rowan and Jonn dry their clothes. Which are"—he held his nose—"rather in need of attention, in my opinion."

From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda

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