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
Each state operates on its own internal processing schedule to ensure the timely issuance of benefits.
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Not to mention, the book feels even more timely in 2025.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
The Laguna Beach defense will make the timely stops to lead the Breakers in a close one.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Oct. 2025
To complete the project in a timely manner, I-65 will close for two months in Summer 2026.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
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Aliss Higham, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Not to mention, the book feels even more timely in 2025.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
The Laguna Beach defense will make the timely stops to lead the Breakers in a close one.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 22 Oct. 2025
To complete the project in a timely manner, I-65 will close for two months in Summer 2026.
—Lillian Metzmeier, Louisville Courier Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for timely
Adjective
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Michigan residents are in for another seasonable week, with cooler temperatures and scattered rain, according to the National Weather Service.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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Saturday and Sunday are preliminarily expected to hit more seasonable highs in the 70s.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The inspirations for the Love Connection parody were Miami Vice's Tubbs and Crockett, though Hall acknowledged her most immediate lookalike.—
Lex Goldstein,
PEOPLE,
31 Oct. 2025
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After Gustav in 2008, the US provided $100,000 in immediate emergency assistance to non-governmental organizations working in humanitarian relief in Cuba.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Walker’s resurgence has come at an opportune time.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
28 Oct. 2025
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If the defense can generate key negative plays at opportune times and if the offense can play a consistent four quarters.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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His swift rise has led some to wonder if his progressive agenda represents the future direction of the Democratic Party, which faces declining approval ratings.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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University President Ronald Daniels issued a statement expressing shock and concern over the attack, emphasizing the school’s commitment to student safety and gratitude for the swift police response.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Congress shall have power to enforce this article by appropriate legislation.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
25 Oct. 2025
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Many times, the needs of the homeless are not just heating or cooling, but there may be medical/dental issues, food or appropriate clothing needs as well.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The incident did, however, prompt Wyatt to rethink her presence online and her role as an influencer.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, just hours after ChatGPT Atlas launched, Brave, an open-source browser company, posted a blog detailing several attacks AI browsers are particularly vulnerable to, including indirect prompt injections.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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When using hydrogen peroxide, wear protective gloves and eyewear to avoid irritation, ensure proper ventilation, and never mix it with bleach, ammonia, vinegar, or other cleaning agents.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Some of these technologies are essential for ensuring the proper functioning of the service or website and cannot be disabled, while others are optional but serve to enhance the user experience in various ways.—
Walden Green,
Pitchfork,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Need a hearty soup that's quick, tasty, and healthy this season?—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
30 Oct. 2025
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This can be a quick way to improve your fiber intake without planning every meal.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
29 Oct. 2025
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.
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