in good time
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See in due course .
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In a short time, quickly; also, earlier than expected. For example, We want to get home in good time for the broadcast , or They submitted the bis in good time . [Late 1500s]
Example Sentences
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If the IOU isn’t redeemed in good time, the players have a problem.
The government advised people to check the validity of their passport and, if needed, apply to renew them in good time ahead of travelling.
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South Lanarkshire Council has advised those voting by post that if they have not sent their ballot in good time to arrive by 22:00, they can hand them in to a polling station.
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"Things are not staying on the market and it's difficult to view them in good time" he added.
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The group had cleared passport control and security in good time and as they were queuing for some breakfast a staff member shouted: "All flights to Heathrow cancelled."
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