Which is correct:
"By the end of the day " or "Until the end of the day"?

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By the end of the day

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to refer to completing a task or achieving a goal before the day concludes.

This phrase is used to indicate that something should be completed or achieved before the end of the day.

Examples:

  • I need the report finished by the end of the day.
  • Please make sure all the deliveries are done by the end of the day.

Alternatives:

  • before the day is over
  • by the close of the day
  • by the end of today
  • by the end of this day

Until the end of the day

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate a duration of time extending up to the conclusion of the day.

This phrase is used to specify a time frame that includes the entire duration leading up to the end of the day.

Examples:

  • You can use the conference room until the end of the day.
  • The sale will last until the end of the day.

Alternatives:

  • up to the end of the day
  • until the day is over
  • until the close of the day
  • until the end of today
Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. They convey a similar meaning of referring to a specific point in time, usually the conclusion of the day. The choice between 'by the end of the day' and 'until the end of the day' depends on the context and the specific emphasis the speaker wants to convey.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

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