English · Proverb Attested

timing is everything

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Both English Tiếng Việt

Meaning · English

The consideration of other events can greatly influence some desired outcome (such as whether a joke is well received).

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Thời điểm là tất cả

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

- Telling the old joke about a butt-crack was not a good idea, just as the plumber arrived, Bob. - You know what they say: "timing is everything." I'm sure we can find another plumber before the house floods.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “timing is everything” mean?

The consideration of other events can greatly influence some desired outcome (such as whether a joke is well received).

Is “timing is everything” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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