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
Workers worry that cuts could endanger the timely delivery of Social Security payments, and how much of a presence the agency will have after restructuring in Kansas City remains unclear.
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
But the uncomfortably uncertain path of this asteroid — discovered only in late December — offered a timely reminder of how vulnerable humanity remains to hidden perils whirling through space, and how much still needs to be done to protect the planet.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
Tools like Duolingo’s AI tutors, which adjust to individual proficiency levels, have been shown to improve writing and conversational skills through timely corrections, as noted in a 2022 Stanford study.
—Balaji Soundararajan, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
The same cannot be said of logistics, which often makes timely production and deliveries challenging, never mind any urgent celebrity requests, according to the designer.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 24 Feb. 2025
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Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 6 Mar. 2025
But the uncomfortably uncertain path of this asteroid — discovered only in late December — offered a timely reminder of how vulnerable humanity remains to hidden perils whirling through space, and how much still needs to be done to protect the planet.
—Editorial, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
Tools like Duolingo’s AI tutors, which adjust to individual proficiency levels, have been shown to improve writing and conversational skills through timely corrections, as noted in a 2022 Stanford study.
—Balaji Soundararajan, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
The same cannot be said of logistics, which often makes timely production and deliveries challenging, never mind any urgent celebrity requests, according to the designer.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 24 Feb. 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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Seasonal outlooks will be impacted in addition to the immediate weather forecasting products, Spinrad added.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
7 Mar. 2025
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There were no immediate reports Thursday of any Starship wreckage falling over populated areas.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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And there is a secret weapon, Griffin, who rested a sore knee this weekend, but could be unleashed at an opportune time with the ability to defend on ball, cool off whatever offensive star might be lurking in the latter stages of March Madness.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
11 Mar. 2025
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Ariane 6 has been exorbitantly costly and years late, but its first operational success comes at an opportune time for Europe.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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In a swift response, the European Union also announced new duties on U.S. industrial and agricultural products.—
Hannah Parry,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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This agility is especially valuable in today’s economic climate, where challenges like supply chain disruptions and evolving consumer demands require swift action.—
Patrick Galleher,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These steps are inherently time-consuming and demand not only effective collaboration across various departments but also the strategic deployment of appropriate technologies.—
Zoryana Zagorodnya,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Addressing play aggression requires understanding the behavior and consistently implementing appropriate techniques to ensure a happy and balanced home environment.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Asked Wednesday by Foul Territory to discuss one positive and negative coming from major-league spring training, Brown brought up Smith without prompt.—
Chandler Rome,
The Athletic,
7 Mar. 2025
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This approach helps prompt recruiters to ask the right follow-up questions during interviews.—
David Paffenholz,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Bulbs that aren't provided with the proper conditions are unlikely to produce flowers.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2025
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However, in Illinois, a lawsuit has been filed against Samsara, alleging violations of the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) for capturing and storing drivers' facial scans without proper consent.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Mackerel This protein-dense oily fish is ubiquitous in the Mediterranean and parts of the Atlantic and has a rich flavor, a buttery texture, and is quick to cook on the grill, in the oven, or in a pan.—
Alessandra Signorelli,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2025
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But the Oscar winner is quick to remind his kids that his millions aren’t theirs to spend.—
Nicolas Vega,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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