Example Sentences

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The rebels had timed their plan perfectly: security was stretched thin due to the ongoing state elections.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2024

Seconds into the second half England had a goal ruled out for offside after Jack Grealish had timed his run too early before he bundled in Bukayo Saka's cross.

From BBC • Nov. 20, 2023

He had timed low tide just right at Capitola Beach, a flattened, manicured patch of sand along the mouth of Soquel Creek that is bookended by 90-foot cliffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 22, 2023

The coach had timed Pearson in a very fast 4.28 seconds and he didn’t want to bring extra attention to his speed at the tryout.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 10, 2023

Hall’s instincts were uncanny: it appeared that he had timed our attempt perfectly.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer