1
as in seasonable
especially suitable for a certain time
a timely invitation to lunch that came just as I was starting to feel hungry
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2
as in immediate
done, carried out, or given without delay
when I order a pizza, I expect it to be delivered in a timely manner
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Recent Examples of timely
The Encampments, which is super timely, and Secret Mall Apartment are peppering theaters in major markets.
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
Hachimura was spectacular and hit timely buckets late in Wednesday's Lakers' thrilling win over the Indiana Pacers.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
However, House of Mouse’s shareholders today made a very timely and strong rejection of some MAGA efforts to gain control of corporate governance.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
Of those complaints, 98% get timely responses — sometimes with monetary or non-monetary resolutions — a big improvement over companies ignoring people.
—Mike Calhoun, Sun Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2025
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
Hachimura was spectacular and hit timely buckets late in Wednesday's Lakers' thrilling win over the Indiana Pacers.
—Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 Mar. 2025
However, House of Mouse’s shareholders today made a very timely and strong rejection of some MAGA efforts to gain control of corporate governance.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 20 Mar. 2025
Of those complaints, 98% get timely responses — sometimes with monetary or non-monetary resolutions — a big improvement over companies ignoring people.
—Mike Calhoun, Sun Sentinel, 20 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for timely
Adjective
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San Diego enjoys seasonable temperatures year-round and is bursting with golf options.—
David Weiss,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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The storm is expected to clear out Monday morning, with temperatures dropping to a more seasonable low 30s, according to the NWS.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This approach not only helps to diffuse immediate tensions but also lays the groundwork for long-term loyalty.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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On the other hand, the new car posed immediate racing shortcomings, drivers said.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For those ready to start their own business, now is an opportune time.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
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The trip to Portugal also couldn’t have come at a more opportune time for Spacey.—
Benjamin Svetkey and Julian Sancton,
The Hollywood Reporter,
19 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Knowledge of actual prices will empower employers and unions to design affordable health plans with billing and payment integrity and will allow swift remedy and recourse for overcharges.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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His swift actions were critical in stopping the attack and preventing further harm.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Zeb Scoville and Emily what would be the appropriate tagline to put on this and immediately everybody said, 'Tough and Competent.—
Robert Z. Pearlman,
Space.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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Try to consult with the appropriate professionals if needed.—
Kyle Thomas,
People.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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That core design is useful when the prompt text closely matches the kinds of things already found in a model's copious training data.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 Mar. 2025
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An exception to clean-up delay or avoidance would be the prompt removal of last year’s diseased leaves or branches, if a particular plant suffered from heavy damage or dieback.—
Miri Talabac,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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However, a movie can’t be a hit at the international box office without a proper theatrical release internationally.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Why does a team that desires to run the ball well not invest in a proper fullback?—
Mike DeFabo,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Swedish forward was given a quick audition during the Sens’ blowout loss to the Avalanche earlier this week.—
Julian McKenzie,
The Athletic,
23 Mar. 2025
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Mothers who had kids in quick succession, like her, validated why their experience was challenging.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.
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