Timely - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈtaɪmlɪ|  American pronunciation of the word timely
Brit.  |ˈtaɪmlɪ|  British pronunciation of the word timely

adverb

- at an opportune time (syn: apropos, well-timed)

adjective

- before a time limit expires
the timely filing of his income tax return
- done or happening at the appropriate or proper time (syn: seasonable, well-timed)
a timely warning
with timely treatment the patient has a good chance of recovery

Extra examples

Her very timely book examines the effects of global warming on the world's climates.

She always responds to my requests in a timely fashion .

The fight ended only with the timely arrival of the police.

We aim to settle all valid claims in a timely manner.

The crash served as a timely reminder of the dangers of drinking and driving.

A timely reply will be appreciated.

...the happiness brought by a new baby was a timely counterpoise to the grief occasioned by a death in the family...

...the lessee has the right to expect the lessor to make all necessary repairs in a timely manner...

The policeman made a timely appearance.

Only the timely arrival of the police prevented the situation from becoming worse.

Word forms

adjective
comparative: timelier
superlative: timeliest
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