BETIMES Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

betimes

adverb

Definition of betimes

as in seasonably

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Looking ahead to the weekend, temperatures should remain seasonably warm, with highs generally in the low to mid-80s.

— The Baltimore Sun, Baltimore Sun, 8 Sep. 2026
High temperatures will also remain seasonably hot in the low 90s.

— Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of seasonably

Adverb

To compete for high-demand talent rather than settling for available candidates, employers must respond promptly, establish transparent hiring timelines and minimize delays between steps.

— Audrey Payne, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
Instead, Ott promptly began his journey home again after pulling off the road.

— Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of promptly

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Narges Mohammadi, 54, who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023, was temporarily released from prison for medical reasons earlier this year after falling unconscious and being transferred to a hospital.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Sep. 2026
It can be expected that college football will take the majority of people’s attention, especially early in the day.

— OutKick, FOXNews.com, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of early

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When a whisker bends against a surface, these sensors measure tiny pressure shifts to calculate contact depth and location in three dimensions instantly.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 18 Sep. 2026
Silver gems tracing the perimeter of each nail add a touch of shine, instantly elevating the otherwise basic look.

— Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

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