The idiom time will tell means that the truth or result of something will become clear in the future. It is used when people cannot know the outcome yet and must wait to see what happens.
The phrase has been used in English for many centuries. It reflects the idea that time eventually reveals what will really happen.
The phrase has been used in English for many centuries. It reflects the idea that time eventually reveals what will really happen.
We are not sure if the new plan will work, but time will tell.