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 film is a timely reminder about efforts to combat police brutality, Spencer said, just as the Trump administration has pulled back from investigating and suing police departments over civil rights violations.
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Ethan Wolin, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
From tenants discovering code violations in their buildings, to community members asking how police are using surveillance technology, to the press exposing official misconduct and corruption, New Yorkers deserve timely access to information that directly impacts their lives.
—Alicia Abramson, New York Daily News, 10 June 2025
The problem proved to be Apple’s inability to execute and deliver the features in a timely manner.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 8 June 2025
Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2025
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Ethan Wolin, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
From tenants discovering code violations in their buildings, to community members asking how police are using surveillance technology, to the press exposing official misconduct and corruption, New Yorkers deserve timely access to information that directly impacts their lives.
—Alicia Abramson, New York Daily News, 10 June 2025
The problem proved to be Apple’s inability to execute and deliver the features in a timely manner.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 8 June 2025
Language assistance is provided at no cost to the public and efforts will be made to respond to timely requests for assistance.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for timely
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These pieces work their magic year-round sans seasonable restrictions.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Its vertical silhouette allows easy access to your phone, while the floral design adds a seasonable twist to the crossbody.—
Melony Forcier,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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The arrests sparked immediate backlash, with demonstrators converging outside federal buildings, blocking freeways, and in some cases clashing with police.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
11 June 2025
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As a result, many DeFi initiatives remain anchored in offshore structures that allow for innovation without immediate regulatory friction.—
Irina Heaver,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Strong earnings from Nvidia would also come at an opportune time for the stock market, which has struggled over this week because of higher bond yields.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
23 May 2025
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This was the first ‘Poker’ exercise in four years and comes at an opportune time for France to demonstrate its nuclear capability to other EU states, and to up the ante in terms of the defence debate in Europe.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Checkers’ response, however, was swift and decisive.—
Colin Cerniglia,
Charlotte Observer,
4 June 2025
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But the House adjourned without taking up the measure, amid swift opposition from business groups.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2025
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The authorities in California and Los Angeles were taking the appropriate actions.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
10 June 2025
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Measurable: Evaluate reasoning quality by tracking consistency across different scenarios, measuring response accuracy under varying complexity levels, and assessing appropriate uncertainty expression rather than just confidence metrics.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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The only prompt each artist received from Urquiaga was a color—the rest was up to their interpretation.—
Allure Staff,
Allure,
9 June 2025
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If enacted, its provisions would take effect after a 90-day transition period, delivering prompt changes to Medicare penalty rules for eligible seniors.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The parliamentarian is the chamber's adviser on its proper rules and procedures.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 June 2025
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There could be a defense explaining it and somehow providing the proper framework for understanding it.—
Isaac Chotiner,
New Yorker,
6 June 2025
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The original rat killer Published April 25, 2007 With one quick flick of his wrist, Scott Mellanby felled a rodent and became part of South Florida sports lore.—
Jeff Kleinman,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2025
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No matter how small your business, here is a quick blueprint for strengthening your defense against common cyber threats: Start with the basics.—
Harry Kazakian,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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