in good time
Idioms-
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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It may be $40,000 to sell and move, but you will earn that back in good time.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026
"This legislation will give airlines the tools to adjust flights in good time if they need to, which helps protect passengers and businesses."
From BBC ● May 2, 2026
“And that drives lumpiness, and it’s a very high-margin product. So in good time, we sold lots of it. So everybody is happy,” he added at an investor conference in February.
From Barron's ● Feb. 23, 2026
If the IOU isn’t redeemed in good time, the players have a problem.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 6, 2025
And they made the trip down in good time.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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