The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TIMELIEST
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What does TIMELIEST mean?
TIMELIEST adjective- Done at the proper time or within the proper time limits; prompt.
- Happening or appearing at the proper time.
- Keeping time or measure.