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I got there in time vs I got there on time

Both phrases are correct, but they have different meanings. 'I got there in time' means that you arrived at a place before something happened or before it was too late. 'I got there on time' means that you arrived at a place at the correct or expected time.

Last updated: March 22, 2024 • 836 views

I got there in time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that you arrived at a place before something happened or before it was too late.

Examples:

  • I got there in time to catch the last train.
  • She got there in time to see the sunset.
  • He got there in time to stop the fight.
  • We got there in time for the concert.
  • They got there in time to save the cat.
  • I'm just glad I got there in time.
  • I got there in time to see him toss Mark's shaving kit overboard.

Alternatives:

  • I arrived there in time
  • I made it there in time
  • I reached there in time

I got there on time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to indicate that you arrived at a place at the correct or expected time.

Examples:

  • I got there on time for the meeting.
  • She got there on time for the flight.
  • He got there on time for the appointment.
  • We got there on time for the movie.
  • They got there on time for the party.

Alternatives:

  • I arrived there on time
  • I made it there on time
  • I reached there on time

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