well-timed
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of well-timed
First recorded in 1625–35
Example Sentences
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Those purchases appear well timed, as the stock traded as low as $42.40 on April 20 before closing down 3.1% at $42.62 — its lowest close since October 2014.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 15, 2026
The rise of the hideaway was well timed as consumers have been cutting back on snack purchases after filling up at the pump, hitting convenience store sales.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
The latest of those sales was well timed, as Meta’s stock price has since fallen about 5% since then.
From Seattle Times • May 9, 2024
"The Pope's message is very well timed as we move into discussions on a global stocktake at COP28," said Neil Thorns from Catholic international development charity, Cafod.
From BBC • Dec. 2, 2023
Bonsecours' command had been well timed, for up and down the line other men bearing stretchers bounded forward.
From Where the Souls of Men are Calling by Neill, John R. (John Rea)
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