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
Marasco was unable to serve Swift with the first lawsuit in a timely manner, which eventually led to Judge Aileen Cannon dismissing the singer from the case.
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The Human Trafficking Commission struggled to disburse the funds in a timely manner, according to its former grants administrator.
—Doug Bock Clark, ProPublica, 8 Apr. 2025
The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 8 Apr. 2025
Make timely payments to avoid fees and new interest charges.
—Christina Majaski, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
The Human Trafficking Commission struggled to disburse the funds in a timely manner, according to its former grants administrator.
—Doug Bock Clark, ProPublica, 8 Apr. 2025
The Chi is a timely coming-of-age story centering on a group of residents on the South Side of Chicago who become linked by coincidence but bonded by the need for connection and redemption.
—Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 8 Apr. 2025
Make timely payments to avoid fees and new interest charges.
—Christina Majaski, Sacbee.com, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for timely
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timely
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Having the holiday in March has brought more seasonable temperatures and an earlier sunset than later in the spring.—
Harold Gutmann,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2025
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Since then, there has still been volatility in the eggs market and eggs reached a historic high of $8.17 per dozen on March 3, which was attributed to tight supplies and seasonable demand.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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But Gmail users also face a more immediate decision, given a critical problem with its most recent updates.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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These actions often yield more immediate results than waiting for a chance to elect a new president. 2.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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This is the opportune moment to make beneficial changes to your domestic sphere.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
21 Mar. 2025
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The temptation to time the market—to step aside until the volatility passes and re-enter at a more opportune moment—can be strong.—
Carrie McCabe,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Crisis Planning As new challenges come afoot, is the company’s crisis communication plan updated to deliver a swift response?—
Andrea Aker,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Be swift with SwiftScan VIP's lifetime subscription access to the app and scanning tools, now just $41.99 (reg.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
2 Apr. 2025
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The LLMs also recommended mental health assessments to these patients approximately six to seven times more often than what the validating physicians deemed appropriate and more than twice as often as the control group.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, have the appropriate confidence in you and your support circle to deal with whatever life throws your way.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Are prompt generators better than composing prompts by yourself?—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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That’s not only important for prompt treatment, but also so that providers can answer questions and offer guidance on topics like how to talk to past and future partners and preventing future infections.—
Catherine Pearson,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Nitrous oxide inactivates vitamin B12 in the body, a crucial nutrient for the formation of red blood cells and the proper functioning of the nervous system.—
Ella Jeffries,
Smithsonian Magazine,
8 Apr. 2025
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In the case filed with the Singapore High Court, the elder Kwek accused Sherman of instigating a boardroom coup by appointing two new board members without proper vetting by the nomination committee.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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App Store updates Those looking for apps in the App Store can see summaries from user reviews to get a quick look at what others are saying, Apple said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2025
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Here’s a quick roundup of the latest news from leading denim brands.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Timely.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timely. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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