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Misty77 Posted 17 years ago
Grammar

In time / on time

Which one is correct

I''ll be there in time or I'll be there on time.

I will try my best to pay the bills on time or should it be in time
  

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"on time" means punctual, at the time something is due. It fits your sentences better. "in time for" can be used in the following: I'll be in time for the start of the movie, but will miss all the previews of coming attractions.

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  • "on time" means punctual, at the time something is due.
  • It fits your sentences better.
  • "in time for" can be used in the following: I'll be in time for the start of the movie, but will miss all the previews of coming attractions.
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"on time" means punctual, at the time something is due. It fits your sentences better.
"in time for" can be used in the following:

I'll be in time for the start of the movie, but will miss all the previews of coming attractions.
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