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Perfect Timing

/ˈpɜːr.fɪkt ˈtaɪ.mɪŋ/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    The most opportune moment for an action or event.

    "She arrived at the perfect timing to witness the sunset."
  2. 2

    A situation where events occur in a manner that is ideally suited to achieve a desired outcome.

    "His perfect timing in delivering the joke made everyone laugh."

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The term 'perfect' originates from the Latin 'perfectus', meaning 'completed' or 'finished', while 'timing' derives from the Old English 'tima', meaning 'time'. The combination reflects an ideal moment or synchronization in events.

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