in due course

phrase

: after a normal passage of time : in the expected or allotted time

His discoveries led in due course to new forms of treatment.

Examples of in due course in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But the story’s shortcomings rise to the surface in due course, especially when Elise (Lin Shaye) — the franchise’s most beloved character, now deceased — re-enters the picture as a ghost who helps people like Gemma find their way back home. — Tomris Laffly, Variety, 19 Aug. 2026

While Leipzig are expected to hold out for a higher price closer to their €130m valuation, there is confidence on all sides that a deal will be struck in due course. — Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

The final deal will be subject to development of the long-form contract and all regulatory approvals, which will be announced in due course. — Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 9 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in due course

• counterforce
• intercourse
• nonrecourse
• reinforce
• watercourse
• bourse
• coarse
• force
• gorse
• hoarse
• horse
• norse