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.

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The brand — which is part of OTB Group along with the likes of Maison Margiela, Marni, Jil Sander and Viktor & Rolf — said Friday that a successor will be revealed in due course. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026 Channel 4 will begin a formal consultation process with affected employees in due course. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026 Further details about the film, including its title, are expected in due course. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026 Details for that halftime show will be announced in due course. — Thomas Smith, Billboard, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in due course

Word History

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in due course was in 1876

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“In due course.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20due%20course. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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