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
His goal off a one-timer was well-timed, coming less than a minute after Beckett Sennecke scored to trim a Wild lead to 2-1.
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Michael Russo, New York Times, 3 Jan. 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
His return is well-timed, as rookie point guard Dylan Harper incurred a hamstring strain earlier this week and is expected to be on the shelf for several weeks.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
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Michael Russo, New York Times, 3 Jan. 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
His return is well-timed, as rookie point guard Dylan Harper incurred a hamstring strain earlier this week and is expected to be on the shelf for several weeks.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for well-timed
Recent Examples of Synonyms for well-timed
Adjective
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In that order, Judge Susan van Keulen said government lawyers confirmed the USCIS has a duty to issue a timely decision on an application — and also that the holds are indefinite, two contradictory arguments.—
Ximena Bustillo,
NPR,
28 Apr. 2026
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This policy ensures the safety of all guests and the timely operation of our voyages.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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As for what’s to be built around the anticipated stadium?—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
26 Apr. 2026
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After filming the anticipated reunion, a snippet of an exchange among Ciara Miller, Westling Wilson and Amanda Batula was shared on social media platforms such as TikTok and Instagram.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Quarterback luck — losing enough games to get a high draft slot at an opportune time — matters a lot in the NFL because the position is so difficult to evaluate.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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While the amount of equity to borrow from has risen, the costs of doing so have declined as well, making now an opportune time to leverage the equity under your roof.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Kirsten Kelly-Vargas and her husband, Gary, felt a similar urgency to acquire the proper attire for the occasion.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Ashlyn Needham wrote in Southern Living that proper hanging matters more than people realize.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Well-timed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/well-timed. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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