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A2 · Pre-intermediate15 min

On time vs in time / at the end vs in the end

Syllabus topic 39: On time vs in time / at the end vs in the end

On time vs in time / at the end vs in the end. On time means at the scheduled time; in time means early enough for a purpose.

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On time means at the scheduled time; in time means early enough for a purpose. At the end refers to the final part of a period or object; in the end means finally after developments. In time for takes a noun; in time to takes a verb.

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Notice how each form fits its sentence. Read the context before choosing a form.

  • The train arrived exactly as scheduled: on time.
  • We arrived in time to buy tickets before the office closed.
  • At the end of the film, everyone applauded.
  • We argued, but in the end we agreed.
  • She came in time for lunch.

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