timeliness
Americannoun
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the fact or quality of occurring at a suitable or opportune time.
The timeliness of this documentary on policing couldn't be more striking, given what is happening on our streets.
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the fact of occurring, being delivered, etc., within an expected time frame; promptness.
During her tenure the commissioner has effected significant improvements in the timeliness and quality of dispute resolution.
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Timeliness, of course, is hardly its only virtue; its relevance is inseparable from the greatness of its filmmaking and the complicated humanity of its storytelling.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2020
Timeliness seems to be a piece of that equation.
From Slate • Nov. 3, 2016
Timeliness and efficiency are critical elements as I traverse this beautiful state visiting businesses and manufacturers.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 29, 2014
Timeliness is only the first of this work’s many virtues.
From New York Times • Apr. 26, 2013
Timeliness is of vital worth, but is not a necessity.
From News Writing The Gathering , Handling and Writing of News Stories by Spencer, M. Lyle (Matthew Lyle)
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