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
The world is laughing at our inability to count votes in a timely manner.
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Juhi Doshi, ABC News, 9 June 2026
While these reforms are timely, India needs to move ahead with big reforms to draw global investors, experts said.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Her approach of looking at the world through the lens of a non-linear storyteller felt not only timely but essential to understanding a global cultural landscape outside traditional institutional frameworks.
—Thomas Rom, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The world is laughing at our inability to count votes in a timely manner.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 8 June 2026
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Juhi Doshi, ABC News, 9 June 2026
While these reforms are timely, India needs to move ahead with big reforms to draw global investors, experts said.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 9 June 2026
Her approach of looking at the world through the lens of a non-linear storyteller felt not only timely but essential to understanding a global cultural landscape outside traditional institutional frameworks.
—Thomas Rom, ARTnews.com, 8 June 2026
The world is laughing at our inability to count votes in a timely manner.
—Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for timely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timely
Adjective
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On Monday, enjoy the cooler and more seasonable air with highs in the upper 70s to to nearly 80 degrees.—
Andrew Kozak,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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The high is expected to climb to a more seasonable temperature around the low 70s Tuesday, with sunny skies throughout the day, NWS forecasts.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
1 June 2026
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Even with those immediate reductions, the overall multi-billion-dollar spending plan retains funding for most programs from the previous year.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Major ash-producing eruptions have repeatedly disrupted life across the region and can affect areas far beyond the immediate danger zone.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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The Paragon's layout benefits from opportune timing.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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Yum Brands' shares are trading at a discount, making now an opportune time for investors to add the Taco Bell owner to their portfolios, according to Morgan Stanley.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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My team is closely monitoring the situation for updates and hope for the officer's swift and complete recovery.—
Adam Thompson,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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The response was swift, O’Neal said.—
Aneri Pattani,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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The fourth-quarter comeback was incredibly appropriate.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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The most appropriate action is to drive to the closest shelter available.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
14 June 2026
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Freshman shortstop Dallas Bowen’s impact for Hanover Central has been prompt and profound.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
10 June 2026
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Bears prompt school closures in Japan Talk about an unexpected disruption.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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Potential asylum seekers had no proper access to legal advice, and some people were held for weeks, much longer than the three days that the law allowed.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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Most Red Raiders feel that Texas Tech does not get its proper piece of all of that Permian Basin revenue, which flows legally, and freely, to Texas A&M and the University of Texas; those rights bloat A&M to UT’s respective endowments to the billions, while Tech only gets millions.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 June 2026
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After a quick review, it was determined that the clock hit zero before the puck crossed the goal line, restoring a 3-1 lead for Carolina heading into intermission.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Tolle recorded two quick outs before a single by Williamson, hit-by-pitch to Fortes, and an RBI single by second baseman Richie Palacios.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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