In time

adverb

Before a time limit ends.

If you run faster, you'll arrive in time for the party.
Visual representation of "in time" - Before a time limit ends

Often appears as...

  • arrive in time
  • in time for
adverb

Eventually, after some time.

I am not very good at playing the piano, but my teacher says I will get better in time.
Visual representation of "in time" - Eventually, after some time

Often appears as...

  • in time
  • better in time
adverb

Synchronized with a rhythm.

The dancer moved perfectly in time with the music.
Visual representation of "in time" - Synchronized with a rhythm

Often appears as...

  • in time with the music
  • step in time
adverb

At the right time.

I turned on the TV just in time to watch the game.
Visual representation of "in time" - At the right time

Often appears as...

  • just in time
  • in time to see
adverb

Before a time limit ends.

If you run faster, you'll arrive in time for the party.
Visual representation of "in time" - Before a time limit ends

Often appears as...

  • arrive in time
  • in time for
adverb

Eventually, after some time.

I am not very good at playing the piano, but my teacher says I will get better in time.
Visual representation of "in time" - Eventually, after some time

Often appears as...

  • in time
  • better in time
adverb

Synchronized with a rhythm.

The dancer moved perfectly in time with the music.
Visual representation of "in time" - Synchronized with a rhythm

Often appears as...

  • in time with the music
  • step in time
adverb

At the right time.

I turned on the TV just in time to watch the game.
Visual representation of "in time" - At the right time

Often appears as...

  • just in time
  • in time to see
Definition 1 of 4
Visual representation of "in time"
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Deadline Oriented

Use 'in time' to express urgency and emphasize the need to meet a specific deadline.

Illustration for Deadline Oriented
You must submit your application in time to be considered.
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On Schedule

'In time' implies that there is enough time left to accomplish something without rush.

Illustration for On Schedule
Finish your breakfast quickly to leave in time for school.
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Deadline Oriented

Use 'in time' to express urgency and emphasize the need to meet a specific deadline.

Illustration for Deadline Oriented
You must submit your application in time to be considered.
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On Schedule

'In time' implies that there is enough time left to accomplish something without rush.

Illustration for On Schedule
Finish your breakfast quickly to leave in time for school.
LampPro Tip 1/2

Deadline Oriented

Use 'in time' to express urgency and emphasize the need to meet a specific deadline.

Illustration for Deadline Oriented
You must submit your application in time to be considered.
LampPro Tip 2/2

On Schedule

'In time' implies that there is enough time left to accomplish something without rush.

Illustration for On Schedule
Finish your breakfast quickly to leave in time for school.
Visual representation of the word "In time"

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