ill-timed

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Manifold’s abrupt departure is a blow for BP, a storied yet often troubled energy producer that is aiming to reinvigorate its fossil-fuel business after an ill-timed turn toward renewable energy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026

Southwest Airlines ended its fuel hedging program in early 2025, a decision now seen as ill-timed given current market conditions.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

But others criticized Jackson, calling his action ill-timed and ill-advised.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Economist Ed Yardeni dubbed this the “front-cover curse” — when financial magazines publish ill-timed covers that in hindsight mark peak optimism or pessimism.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 6, 2026

"Some might call that ill-timed," said Theon, "though not for me. Here you are and here you'll stay."

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin