ill-timed
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of ill-timed
First recorded in 1685–95
Example Sentences
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Recent investments and ill-timed sales have disappointed even as Berkshire’s longstanding holdings have delivered gains.
From Barron's ● Nov. 2, 2026
But others criticized Jackson, calling his action ill-timed and ill-advised.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 17, 2026
Economist Ed Yardeni dubbed this the “front-cover curse” — when financial magazines publish ill-timed covers that in hindsight mark peak optimism or pessimism.
From MarketWatch ● Feb. 6, 2026
But dwelling too long on that can foster misplaced faith and ill-timed complacency.
From Slate ● Jan. 6, 2026
"Some might call that ill-timed," said Theon, "though not for me. Here you are and here you'll stay."
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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