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Definition not (...) until in British English

not (...) until phrase

phrase
1

used for stating the point at which something finally happens, becomes possible, or becomes true

Example

She went to Felix's flat at midday and did not come out until late in the evening.

Example

They didn't see each other again until the autumn.

Example

I cannot comment further until I have got all the information.

Example

It was not until six o'clock that we got the first reports of trouble.

Synonyms and related words
later someday sooner or later
Definition not (...) until in British English