Until

Until is a conjunction and preposition that indicates a point in time or a condition up to which something continues or occurs. It signifies the duration of an event or state, marking its endpoint or limit. 'Until' can be used to denote time, expectation, or a specific circumstance, emphasizing the end or boundary of an action or situation. It sets a boundary or limitation, specifying the moment when a particular action ceases or another action begins. The word functions to define the scope or duration of something, acting as a marker of a conclusion or change, and implying that the process will end. 'Until' also introduces the termination or cessation of an ongoing action or state, whether it is a physical place, mental feeling, or some other activity.

Until meaning with examples

• The library will remain open until 9 p.m. tonight. I plan to study until my exam next week, and she worked in her garden until the sun set, enjoying the warmth. We can't start the movie until everyone arrives. I will wait here until he calls me. He played his guitar until his fingers ached, enjoying the practice.
• I will continue working on this project until it's fully completed and fully tested and ready for release. She couldn't leave the office until all the work had been done, and it would have to be done completely. He stayed at the party until the music stopped. We watched the news report until the credits rolled. We can't order takeout until the kids are in bed.
• The concert will go on until midnight, with amazing acts scheduled. They waited in line until the store opened, anticipating great deals. I will keep practicing piano until I can play it perfectly. He didn't realize he was working until his back began to ache. She didn't realize she was stressed until the news broke on television.
• He promised he would stay with her until the end. She kept the secret until the day of the surprise party. The children played in the park until it got dark. I need to finish this report until the deadline. The construction crew worked until the building was complete.
• He planned to relax until the weekend. She will continue her research until she finds a breakthrough, determined in her passion for a new invention. We can't go out for dinner until the dishes are done. They stayed together until the divorce, but they had a lovely time. I will not be able to rest until the day it is complete.