in time

/ɪn taɪm/
/ɪn taɪm/
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Definitions of in time
  1. adverb
    within an indefinite time or at an unspecified future time
    “in time they came to accept the harsh reality”
    synonyms: yet
  2. adverb
    without being tardy
    “we made it to the party in time”
    synonyms: soon enough
  3. noun
    in the correct rhythm
    “the dancers moved in time with the music”
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    type of:
    musical time
    (music) the beat of musical rhythm
Pronunciation
US
/ɪn taɪm/
UK
/ɪn taɪm/
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