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 Skies will calm just in time for a beautiful sunny Saturday in the 70s. — Sean MacAday, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026 Ryan Gosling is reviving one of his long-dormant side gigs just in time for Halloween. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026 Brazil’s Supreme Court eventually annulled the decision in 2021, ruling the Curitiba court lacked jurisdiction, and restored his political rights – just in time for another election. — Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026 After an easy win at Washington and a bye week, the Hawkeyes are back in the middle of the pack just in time for a trip to Minnesota (4-2) for the Floyd of Rosedale rivalry game. — ABC News, 23 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in time

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