in time

phrase

1

: sufficiently early

2

: eventually

3

: in correct tempo

learn to play in time

Examples of in time in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

They were hit with a major setback last week through Rodri’s injury, but the good thing is Frenkie De Jong got back to fitness just in time. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 7 Nov. 2026

Trabuco Hills coach Mark Nolan said Hoffman worked hard to return in time for the playoffs. — Lesa Greenfield, Daily News, 7 Nov. 2026

The French Blood Establishment ultimately managed to detect the suspicious activity in time to rescue blood samples. — Jenna McLaughlin, NPR, 6 Nov. 2026

The pic, released in time for Diwali, currently holds a 93% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes’ Popcornmeter. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for in time

• airtime
• bedtime
• daytime
• downtime
• enzyme
• halftime
• lifetime
• longtime
• lunchtime
• mealtime
• meantime
• nighttime