untimely (B1)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ʌnˈtaɪm.li/
Definition
Happening or done at a time that is not suitable or convenient.
Examples
His untimely departure left many questions unanswered.
The company faced an untimely crisis due to a sudden market crash.
She received an untimely diagnosis that required immediate treatment.
How to Use untimely
- untimely death (collocation)
- A death that occurs too soon or at an inappropriate time. — "The nation mourned the untimely death of its beloved leader."
- untimely end (collocation)
- A conclusion or termination that happens too soon or unexpectedly. — "The promising career came to an untimely end due to injury."
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