timing

simple noun24 collocationsAvg. frequency: 7.2

The timing could not have been better.

General term for timing that is effective or opportune.

General term for timing that is ineffective or inopportune.

The timing is correct or appropriate for a particular purpose.

A stronger version of 'good timing', implying it was particularly effective.

Used to describe the precise moment something happens or should happen.

Emphasizes the accuracy and exactness of the timing.

Similar to 'bad timing', often implying a lack of skill or judgment.

Refers to precision and correctness, often in technical or sports contexts.

Suggests that the timing was deliberately and thoughtfully planned.

The timing is suitable for someone's schedule or needs.

Refers to timing that must be accurate to a fraction of a second.

The skill of saying or doing something at the perfect moment to be funny.

The timing is not suitable or causes problems.

The skill of saying or doing something at the perfect moment to be funny.

The timing is unlucky and leads to negative consequences.

Suggests flawless or perfect timing, often used for performance or comedy.

The timing is lucky or happens by chance in a favorable way.

An intuitive skill for choosing the best moment to do or say something.

Used to say that success depends on doing something at the correct moment.

To successfully choose the correct moment to do something.

To fail by choosing an incorrect or inopportune moment to do something.

Used to describe the quality of the timing with which an action is performed.

To possess a skill for doing things at the most effective moment.