In next time

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "In next time" is not correct in written English.
The correct expression is "next time," which is used to refer to a future occasion. Example: "Next time, let's plan our meeting for a different day."

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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

32 human-written examples

So, tune in next time...

Science Magazine

Enjoy the tour and tune in next time for another TechCrunch Makers!

TechCrunch

Tune in next time!

The New York Times

"You should come in next time," she offers.

The New Yorker

Tune in next time for some thoughts on that question.

The New York Times

I'll check in next time with the fruits of our labor.

The New York Times

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

27 human-written examples

"Matt!", I said to my partner-in-crime, "Next time's a winner.

Huffington Post

And every time I give in, I increase the likelihood I'll give in the next time.

Huffington Post

In the next time slot, the packets stored in the buffer are transmitted through the channel.

EURASIP Journal on Wireless Communications and Networking

Next, participants are asked whether they are confident of achieving their goal in the next time period.

BMC Public Health

Keep that in mind next time you're stowing your parka at coat check in June.

Vice

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When referring to a future instance, use the correct phrase "next time". For example, instead of saying "In next time, we will review the budget", say "Next time, we will review the budget".

Common error

Avoid adding unnecessary prepositions like "in" before "next time". The phrase "next time" already functions as an adverbial phrase indicating a future occurrence.

Linguistic Context

The phrase "In next time" is grammatically incorrect, functioning as a misplaced prepositional phrase. According to Ludwig AI, the standard expression to indicate a future occasion is "next time" without the preposition.

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

The phrase "In next time" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided. The correct expression is "next time", which is used to refer to a future occasion. Ludwig AI confirms that this is not a standard or accepted phrase. To ensure clarity and correctness in your writing, always omit the preposition "in" and simply use "next time". Alternatives like "on the next occasion" can be used for more formal contexts.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Next time

Omits the preposition "In", resulting in the grammatically correct and standard form.

The next time

Adds the definite article "The" for more specificity, emphasizing a particular future occasion.

The following time

Indicates the very next instance, emphasizing sequence.

On the next occasion

Replaces "time" with the more formal "occasion", suitable for more formal contexts.

Next time around

Adds "around" to specify a recurring event in the future.

In the subsequent period

More formal and specific to a defined period following a certain event.

Subsequently

Indicates that something will happen after something else, but lacks the specific temporal reference of "time".

In the future

Refers to a general future period, rather than a specific instance.

At a later time

Similar to "In the future", but slightly more specific.

In due course

Implies something will happen at an appropriate time in the future, without specifying when.

FAQs

How do I properly use "next time" in a sentence?

Use "next time" to refer to a future occasion or instance. For example: "Next time, please submit your reports on time."

Is it grammatically correct to say "in next time"?

No, the correct and commonly accepted form is "next time" without the preposition "in".

What's a more formal alternative to "next time"?

A more formal alternative is "on the next occasion". For example, "On the next occasion, we will discuss the revised proposal".

When should I use "the next time" instead of "next time"?

"The next time" is used when referring to a specific instance or a particular known future event. "Next time" is more general. Example: "The next time I see him, I'll ask about the project" (specific). vs "Next time, try to arrive earlier" (general).