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timely help

[ˈtaɪmli hɛlp]
noun phrase
ajuda oportuna
1. assistance or support provided at the right moment or when most needed
The timely help from the rescue team saved their lives.
A ajuda oportuna da equipe de resgate salvou suas vidas.
2. aid given without unnecessary delay that makes a significant difference
Timely help from a friend can make all the difference during a crisis.
A ajuda oportuna de um amigo pode fazer toda a diferença durante uma crise.
Synonyms
prompt assistanceopportune aidwell-timed supporttimely assistancequick help
Antonyms
belated helpdelayed assistanceuntimely aidtardy support

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ajuda oportuna
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
ajuda na hora certa
colloquial variant
São Paulo
ajuda no momento certo
formal business usage
Portugal
ajuda atempada
Portuguese European variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

help in the nick of time
a stitch in time saves nine
strike while the iron is hot
timing is everything
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