timelier; timeliest
1
: coming early or at the right time
a timely decision
timely payment
2
: appropriate or adapted to the times or the occasion
a timely book
timeliness
noun
1
: in time : opportunely
the question was not … timely raised in the state court—
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Examples of timely in a Sentence
Adjective
Her very timely book examines the effects of global warming on the world's climates.
She always responds to my requests in a timely fashion.
Recent Examples on the WebExpert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Also greatly enthused about this timely title is producer Dan Farah of Farah Films (Ready Player One), which has the rights to produce any television or film adaptation.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2024
Small towns included on the list must have a population below 25,000 residents according to the most recent Census data, excel in its category and offer a variety of activities, accommodations and a timely reason to visit like a notable new festival, hotel or restaurant.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 9 Sep. 2024
The most timely signal was in late 2000, which roughly coincided with the start of a bear market cycle.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2024
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Adjective
This reduces manual effort and errors, ensuring timely follow-up and personalized communication.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2024
Also greatly enthused about this timely title is producer Dan Farah of Farah Films (Ready Player One), which has the rights to produce any television or film adaptation.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2024
Small towns included on the list must have a population below 25,000 residents according to the most recent Census data, excel in its category and offer a variety of activities, accommodations and a timely reason to visit like a notable new festival, hotel or restaurant.
—Michael Salerno, The Arizona Republic, 9 Sep. 2024
The most timely signal was in late 2000, which roughly coincided with the start of a bear market cycle.
—Katie Stockton, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2024
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/timely. Accessed 16 Sep. 2024.
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