sooner or later — eventually; at some point in the future, though the exact time is uncertain
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: eventually; at some point in the future, though the exact time is uncertain
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsuːnər ɔːr ˈleɪtər/
Example Sentences
- Sooner or later, my mom will discover my secret stash of candy under the bed.
- Sooner or later, everyone learns that folding fitted sheets is impossible.
- Sooner or later, we'll have to upgrade our computer system.
sooner or later
ADVERB[/ˈsuːnər ɔːr ˈleɪtər/]
eventually; at some point in the future, though the exact time is uncertain
💡 Concept
Sooner or later, that leaky pipe under the sink will flood the kitchen.
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈsuːnər ɔːr ˈleɪtər/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈsuːnə(r) ɔː(r) ˈleɪtə(r)/
🌳Etymology
🎵Rhyme
tunercroonerwaitertraitor
tuner
crooner
waiter
traitor
🔗Collocations
sooner or later realize
sooner or later happen
sooner or later find out
sooner or later pay the price
sooner or later face
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“Sooner or later, my mom will discover my secret stash of candy under the bed.”
😄 Fun example
“Sooner or later, everyone learns that folding fitted sheets is impossible.”
“Sooner or later, we'll have to upgrade our computer system.”
“Sooner or later, all lies come to light.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
eventuallyultimatelyin timeat some pointin due course
Antonyms
neverimmediatelyright now
Related
somedayone daybefore longin the end
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