as in unexpected
occurring before the usual or expected time
their inopportune arrival before the house was cleaned
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Recent Examples of inopportune
The trouble is that Congress and the president are willing to consider its passage only during maximally inopportune moments like the present.
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Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 10 Oct. 2022
Roope Hintz’s recent upper-body injury came at an inopportune time.
—Peter Warren, Dallas News, 31 Jan. 2023
Democrats publicly and privately conceded that the stunning development was at best an unwelcome distraction at an inopportune time that muddies the case against Donald Trump.
—Steve Peoples, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Jan. 2023
From a strictly business perspective, CNN boss Jeff Zucker’s sudden departure Wednesday could not have come at a more inopportune time.
—Vulture, 3 Feb. 2022
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Timothy Noah, The New Republic, 10 Oct. 2022
Roope Hintz’s recent upper-body injury came at an inopportune time.
—Peter Warren, Dallas News, 31 Jan. 2023
Democrats publicly and privately conceded that the stunning development was at best an unwelcome distraction at an inopportune time that muddies the case against Donald Trump.
—Steve Peoples, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Jan. 2023
From a strictly business perspective, CNN boss Jeff Zucker’s sudden departure Wednesday could not have come at a more inopportune time.
—Vulture, 3 Feb. 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inopportune
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By helping to stabilize grids, utilizing surplus energy, and integrating with renewable sources, this technology is becoming an unexpected and vital part of the energy conversation.Susie Violet Ward, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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In an unexpected twist, the library features a small Japanese tea pavilion, constructed out of wood, bamboo, paper, clay, and stone.Laura Studarus, WIRED, 16 Dec. 2024
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The Browns’ defense played well early Sunday — the Steelers went three-and-out on four of their first five possessions.Zac Jackson, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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In an earlier scene while dancing with Monica, Kayce tells her that his plan differs from his sister's.Chris Barilla, People.com, 9 Dec. 2024
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And this week, University of California Riverside and Caltech scientists published a study arguing that the air pollution from AI power plants and backup generators could result in 1,300 premature deaths a year in the U.S. by 2030.Andrew R. Chow, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
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When decisions are still in flux, premature updates can lead to confusion instead of clarity.Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 13 Dec. 2024
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At the time, Variety reported the sudden move was likely a way for Warner Bros. Discovery to cut streaming-content costs.Karu F. Daniels, New York Daily News, 14 Dec. 2024
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Party bosses assisted members and their families in times of illness or economic hardship, covering funeral expenses after an untimely death, looking after widows and children.Bruce J. Schulman / Made by History, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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Over the years, the actress has been candid about the circumstances surrounding her pregnancy, including the untimely death of her father David.Francesca Gariano, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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Luckily, his magical sleigh, reindeer and precocious elves know how to get him through the night — and the rest of the year.Sydni Ellis, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024
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Derik Queen isn’t bothered by freshman jitters Hardly anyone would have faulted the precocious youngster from Baltimore for feeling a little heat in his first true road game of the season in a hostile environment like the one created by the crowd at Mackey Arena.Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Inopportune.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inopportune. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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