timed
v. B1 Intermediate US //ˈtaɪmd// UK //tˈaɪmd// timed
v. to measure how long something takes, or to choose a specific moment for something to happen.
v. to measure the duration of an event or to schedule an action to occur at a specific moment.
She timed her run to see how fast she was.
The chef timed the roast perfectly so it would be ready exactly when the guests arrived.
The central bank timed the interest rate hike to coincide with the release of the latest inflation data, hoping to stabilize the currency without triggering a recession.
Usage
The verb is transitive and requires a direct object, such as a duration or an event.