Proper and Timely

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Proper adjective - Following the established traditions of refined society and good taste.

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Timely is a synonym for proper. In some cases you can use "Timely" instead an adjective "Proper".

Nearby Words: property, properly

Timely adjective - Especially suitable for a certain time.

Usage example: a timely invitation to lunch that came just as I was starting to feel hungry

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Proper is a synonym for timely in appropriate topic. Sometimes you can use "Proper" instead an adjective "Timely", if it concerns topics such as at the right time.

Nearby Words: time, timeliness

In other words, a plot element should be deployed in a timely fashion and with proper dramatic emphasis.

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