The last answer is the one that counts

You hear:

Researcher: We expected the leaves to dry in three days. In the end it took five, because the room was so humid. Next time we'll check them after four.

How long did the leaves take to dry?

three daysNot this one. That was the expectation, not the result.four daysNot this one. That is when they will check next time.five daysRight.

Five days. In the end signals the actual result. Expected and next time are the two traps either side of it.

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