off-year

NOUN

unsuitable timing

Synonyms

WEAK

contretemps evil hour inopportune moment poor timing unfortunate time unlucky day unlucky hour unsuitable time

Example Sentences

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This is likely because of the newer variety Golden Hills’ potential to boast higher off-year yields and perform better in less-than-ideal weather conditions.

From Salon • May 6, 2026

Just two years ago, in a similar off-year election, Democrats held the governorship in Kentucky, when Andy Beshear won a second term.

From Slate • Nov. 5, 2025

Four states hold off-year elections on November 4, including New York, where a dramatic mayoral race will determine who runs the country's most populous city.

From Barron's • Nov. 2, 2025

Notable in an off-year special election about the arcane and complicated process of redistricting, 71% of likely voters said they had heard a significant amount of information about the ballot measure, according to the poll.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

Every President in the off-year election urges the election of a Congress of his own party.

From Woodrow Wilson's Administration and Achievements by Lord, Frank B.