as in unexpected
occurring before the usual or expected time
their inopportune arrival before the house was cleaned
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Recent Examples of inopportune
But the cases come at a politically inopportune time for Adams.
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Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
Oluwaseyi is United’s top scorer (10 goals), and the inopportune timing of his exit will likely crimp one of the Loons’ best seasons (second place in Western Conference) going into the final seven matches.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 20 Aug. 2025
Lest Dexter get too cocky about his own serial-killing prowess, Blessing knocks on his door at the most inopportune moment.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
Honestly, for those of us who get periods, is there a more universal experience than being surprised by your period at an extremely inopportune moment?
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 9 July 2025
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Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 20 Aug. 2025
Oluwaseyi is United’s top scorer (10 goals), and the inopportune timing of his exit will likely crimp one of the Loons’ best seasons (second place in Western Conference) going into the final seven matches.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 20 Aug. 2025
Lest Dexter get too cocky about his own serial-killing prowess, Blessing knocks on his door at the most inopportune moment.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
Honestly, for those of us who get periods, is there a more universal experience than being surprised by your period at an extremely inopportune moment?
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inopportune
Adjective
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However, while the visit included an educational tour, meetings with local schoolchildren and even an unexpected downpour, the standout moment was the debut of Kate's new hairstyle.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
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What begins as a casual conversation about the weather and aching hips gradually deepens into an unexpected friendship—and perhaps something more.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Basically, average lows are getting hotter both at night and in the early morning, a trend seen across the country and globe.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Late summer or early fall is the ideal time to divide this spring and summer bloomer.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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While acknowledging the tepid numbers, some analysts previously told ABC News that warnings about a recession are premature.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
4 Sep. 2025
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Even if there’s no rain in the forecast, excess humidity can prevent proper absorption and alter the stain’s drying process, while low humidity can cause premature drying.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Earthquakes' sudden, rapid shaking can cause fires, tsunamis, landslides or avalanches.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The condition causes sudden weakness or paralysis in muscles on one side of the face and is, in most cases, temporary, according to the Mayo Clinic.—
Meredith Wilshere,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Investigation Discovery's The Tech Bro Murders tells the tale of Silicon Valley stars who came to untimely ends.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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The couple were first spotted together in April 2024 — a month after the tragic and untimely death of Sabalenka's ex-boyfriend, Konstantin Koltsov, who died by suicide in March 2024.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
People.com,
27 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The precocious brand heads one step closer to that empire today, about three and a half years since selling its first cup of yogurt.—
Andrew Watman,
Forbes.com,
25 Aug. 2025
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However, doctors who treat trans youth say puberty blockers and hormone therapy have been provided to minors who are not trans for decades to treat other conditions, such as precocious puberty.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Inopportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inopportune. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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