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Chinese dictionary
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n.timely/opportune/welcome rain; heaven-sent rain
各地区普降及时雨。
It rained everywhere just when the crops needed it.
这场及时雨缓解了旱情。
This timely rain has greatly alleviated the drought.
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n.metatimely help; help rendered in the nick of time
这一项新的救济金是低收入家庭的及时雨。
This new benefit has come as a godsend for low-income families.