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 performances will be well-timed for both Fender and Young.
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
The cuts are well-timed throughout, supportive of both the comic punchlines and the tragic gut punches.
—Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Jan. 2025
While there was one major hiccup (6 ER on Sept. 8 against the Giants), the ensuing run was well-timed as rookie knuckleballer Matt Waldron had hit a wall.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Texas’ two off weeks are well-timed: one in Week 5, just before the Oklahoma-Georgia combo, and the first week of November, right before the season’s final stretch.
—Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 24 Aug. 2024
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Thomas Smith, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
The cuts are well-timed throughout, supportive of both the comic punchlines and the tragic gut punches.
—Leslie Felperin, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Jan. 2025
While there was one major hiccup (6 ER on Sept. 8 against the Giants), the ensuing run was well-timed as rookie knuckleballer Matt Waldron had hit a wall.
—Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2025
Texas’ two off weeks are well-timed: one in Week 5, just before the Oklahoma-Georgia combo, and the first week of November, right before the season’s final stretch.
—Sam Khan Jr., The Athletic, 24 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-timed
Adjective
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So this slot feels like a beautiful and timely innovation — one that’s also maturing.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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Florida also received a warning from the federal government that the Medicaid call center wasn’t providing timely assistance to those renewing or applying for the benefit.—
Christopher O’Donnell,
Miami Herald,
17 May 2025
Adjective
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Like anything involving Swift's highly anticipated re-release, the permission to use the song ignited social media fan pages.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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Adding to the momentum of this highly anticipated Saturn transit, Mercury will join the sun in Gemini (its sign of rulership) on May 25, turning the volume up on all things communication, learning and networking.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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At the opportune moment, Kinsey releases a thundering 12,000 pounds of water.—
Peter Passi,
Twin Cities,
17 May 2025
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Another perspective is that the district seized a politically opportune moment to stop a boondoggle that had little benefit for the students it’s meant to serve.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
8 May 2025
Adjective
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Cabinet hardware jigs vary slightly in design, so follow the manufacturer’s instructions for proper use.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 May 2025
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But on March 1, 1954, President Dwight Eisenhower issued a proclamation on the proper times.—
Chloe Mayer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 May 2025
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“Well-timed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-timed. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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