IN TIME Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

in time

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Definition of in time

as in eventually

at a later time I know you're upset now, but you'll feel better in time.

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Recent Examples of in time Kiffin used a timeout, and then Stein used one of his own just in time to negate a crystal-clear false start on his Wildcats. — Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 Oct. 2026 More hotels are expected from exciting names in hospitality like Edition, W, and Rocco Forte—just in time too, as Milan will co-host the winter Olympics in 2026, a duty shared with the ski town of Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Dolomites. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026 Johnny calls David with this update just in time to stop Cathcarts’ final offer from reaching the Taylor & Byrne camp. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026 The decision to go back in time had to do with Sara Santano herself. — Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in time

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