as in timely
especially suitable for a certain time
the release of the novel was well-timed: a week later the author was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature
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Recent Examples of well-timed
The water and heat effects were well-timed.
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Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Your 5th House of Joy and your 9th House of Mindsets both brighten as Sun trines jovial Jupiter, encouraging bold expression that also feels safe and well-timed.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The company’s efforts are well-timed—and much-needed.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2025
So, with a strategic and well-timed approach, investors may be able to buy and sell these metals relatively quickly and profitably.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025
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Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
Your 5th House of Joy and your 9th House of Mindsets both brighten as Sun trines jovial Jupiter, encouraging bold expression that also feels safe and well-timed.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 5 Mar. 2026
The company’s efforts are well-timed—and much-needed.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 21 Dec. 2025
So, with a strategic and well-timed approach, investors may be able to buy and sell these metals relatively quickly and profitably.
—Matt Richardson, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for well-timed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-timed
Adjective
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In our view, the agency should employ enough people to handle all applications and appeals in a timely and accurate manner while protecting the data privacy and accessibility for all applicants – including those from immigrant families.—
Katie Savin,
Fortune,
2 June 2026
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Landau said that the office is working to overhaul the billing system and said issues with timely payments predate her tenure.—
Shelly Bradbury,
Denver Post,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Collins stepped out in the brand’s dainty flats during a break on set while filming the highly anticipated final season of the Netflix show.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
8 June 2026
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That anticipated demand has not translated into strong hotel bookings and local travelers are outpacing international visitors, according to an early May 2026 report prepared by the group, which surveyed 205 members covering 11 host cities.—
Pat Maio,
Daily News,
7 June 2026
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The timing was opportune given the chaos caused by Swalwell.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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The software always suggests opportune times for exercise depending on your readiness score and other factors like the weather.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
Adjective
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Judge Wilson seemed to agree, finding in his ruling that a detective mishandled the evidence and failed to follow proper procedure.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Protests have been ongoing outside the Immigrations Customs and Enforcement detention center for nearly two weeks over allegations that the 300 inmates inside are not receiving proper medical care, aren't being adequately fed and their living conditions are poor.—
Armando Garcia,
ABC News,
4 June 2026
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“Well-timed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-timed. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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