due date

noun

: the day by which something must be done, paid, etc.

The due date for the assignment is Friday.

Tomorrow's the due date for our electricity bill.

: the day when a woman is expected to give birth

She started having contractions two weeks before her due date.

Examples of due date in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Those struggling to meet that due date could submit Form 4868 for a six-month extension to file. —

Kate Dore, Cfp®, CNBC, 24 Sep. 2024 The Higher Education Act authorizes the Education Department to charge late fees for past-due balances exceeding 30 days after the due date. —

Susan Tompor, Detroit Free Press, 6 Sep. 2024 The couple, who are expecting their first child together, have been on high alert as Hailey’s due date approaches. —

Evan Rosen, New York Daily News, 9 Aug. 2024 Asking Eric Ask Sahaj Carolyn Hax Miss Manners Parenting Advice Work Advice In-laws haven’t checked in any more than usual during her pregnancy, and just booked the annual family trip near her due date. —

Haben Kelati, Washington Post, 31 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for due date

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