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Region: General | Usage example: You will get your turn; all in good time.

All in good time

Meaning

Things will happen when they are meant to.

Usage

Mentioned when someone is rushing a process or outcome.

Origin & History

Origin notes can vary by region and source; this page gives the commonly reported explanation and usage context.

A folk saying urging restraint before rushing the outcome.

Old English roots with variations recorded across centuries.