on time vs ontime

Both are correct, but they're used in different contexts. "On time" is the more common and standard form, used to indicate punctuality or meeting a deadline. "Ontime" is less common and typically used in technical contexts or as part of a brand name.

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on time

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to indicate punctuality or meeting a deadline.

Use "on time" when referring to being punctual or meeting a deadline. It is the standard form of this expression.

Examples:

The train arrived on time.
Please make sure you submit your assignment on time.
She always manages to be on time for meetings.
Being on time is important in our company.
The flight departed on time.

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But I can be ready on time.
I always get There on time.
No need to come back on time.
And tell the cook we're eating on time.
The Parliament should underline the importance it attaches to the submission of these reports on time.
It is therefore unfortunate that the assessment of the previous strategy was not available on time.
Even the walnuts don't ripen on time.
Meyer, it'll open on time.
Glad I made it on time.
That's almost on time for you.
But I'm just another girlfriend whining about her boyfriend not making it home on time.
Make sure it will be delivered on time.
For once the train's on time.
The trains are never on time.
We caught the coach on time after all.
You even didn't pay the rent on time.
Because naomi always keeps the trains running on time.
Make sure everyone gets to school on time.
I hope we make it to Vertiform City on time.
Looks like Jesse got here on time after all.

Alternatives:

punctual
timely
prompt
in a timely manner
according to schedule

ontime

This phrase is also correct, but it is less common and typically used in technical contexts or as part of a brand name.

Use "ontime" in technical contexts or as part of a brand name. It is less commonly used in general language compared to "on time".

Alternatives:

on schedule
according to the timetable
as planned
in a timely manner
punctual

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