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Until

Definition:

Until is a word used to indicate the time or event up to which something continues or will happen.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Preposition
• Conjunction

Senses:

Noun:

1. The period of time before a specified event or time.

2. The time and/or event when something ends or stops happening.

Preposition:

1. Used to show the time or event up to which something continues.

2. Indicating the time preceding an action or event.

Conjunction:

1. Used to introduce a circumstance that is anticipated to change after the specified event or time.

2. Expressing up to a particular point in time or occurrence.

Examples:

Noun:

1. She waited nervously in the airport until her flight was announced.
2. The meeting will continue until 5:00 p.m.

Preposition:

1. Please hold your questions until the end of the presentation.
2. I worked tirelessly until late at night to finish the project.

Conjunction:

1. He will not quit until he achieves his goals.
2. I won't believe it until I see it.

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