# timing

**Pronunciation:** /ˈtaɪmɪŋ/ · TY-ming

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

The skill of choosing the most effective moment to do or say something.

## Examples

- Her timing was impeccable, and she arrived just as the meeting ended.
- Bad timing meant he missed the train by only a few seconds.
- The success of the product launch depended heavily on its timing.

## Synonyms

- pacing — The speed or rhythm at which something happens or is done.
- rhythm — A regular repeated pattern of movement or sound, or the flow of events.
- coordination — The ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently, or to organize different elements effectively.
- synchronization — The act of making things happen at the same time or in the same way.

## Antonyms

- mistiming — The failure to perform an action at the most effective moment.
- disruption — A disturbance or interruption of the normal state or condition.

## Common patterns

- timing of — The specific moment or duration of an event or action. — The timing of the announcement caused some confusion.
- timing is everything — Success depends heavily on choosing the right moment. — Don't rush the proposal; remember, timing is everything.
- good timing — An opportune or favorable moment. — We had good timing and found a parking spot right away.
- poor timing — An inopportune or unfavorable moment. — His decision to quit had poor timing, as a better job offer came a week later.

## Collocations

- perfect timing — Her arrival was perfect timing; she walked in just as the cake was being served.
- bad timing — It was bad timing to ask for a raise when the company was losing money.
- impeccable timing — The comedian's impeccable timing brought the house down.
- timing is everything — In sales, timing is everything; you have to know when to make your pitch.

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