1
as in instantaneous
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
an instant response to the cry for help
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2
as in urgent
needing immediate attention
an instant need for food supplies in the famine-stricken country
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3
as in current
existing or in progress right now
we should be more concerned with instant dangers than with those in the far-off future
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as in minute
a very small space of time
it all happened in an instant
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Recent Examples of instant
Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
Gopuff invented instant commerce.
—Dave Knox, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
Ross, the microphone still in her right hand, stands there for just an instant, frozen in time.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 9 June 2026
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Adjective
Viewing Prep Work as Optional Paint might seem like an instant upgrade, but skipping prep work is a shortcut to disaster.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
Gopuff invented instant commerce.
—Dave Knox, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Noun
Simply tuck them into your favorite planter or window box for an instant burst of color.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 9 June 2026
Ross, the microphone still in her right hand, stands there for just an instant, frozen in time.
—Jack Lang, New York Times, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for instant
Adjective
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With the craft's communications failing within the first two hours, the submersible imploded upon descent, resulting in their instantaneous deaths.—
Dan Snierson,
Entertainment Weekly,
16 June 2026
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Speaking of which, when news broke Friday that much of the team’s equipment had been stolen, there was a nearly instantaneous social media ridiculing of the city.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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The 29-year-old forward applied for an urgent visa at the United States embassy in Bern on June 3, one day after he was denied boarding the team’s flight to travel for his third World Cup because of a 2018 criminal conviction that was only finalized in April.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 June 2026
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What This Means for People Using GLP-1 Drugs With GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro now used by millions, questions about what happens when people stop taking them and regain weight have become urgent.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Under the current law, judges must presume mental illness was a factor if a defendant with a legitimate diagnosis seeks diversion.—
James Queally,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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The Islamic Republic of Iran will maintain the current status quo of its nuclear program, and the United States of America will not impose any new sanctions and will not deploy additional forces in the region.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
Noun
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Vegas pulled Carter Hart with about three minutes to go, officially entering desperation mode, but nothing worked, and Nikolaj Ehlers scored an empty-netter to start the party.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
15 June 2026
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The administration filed a last-minute request to stay the judge's injunction pending their appeal, but it was ultimately rejected.—
Emma Nicholson,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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Whoever wins the nomination will face an immediate campaign finance gap and depend heavily on national GOP resources.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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The researchers’ examples of those immediate desires include activities such as smoking, overeating, and going to the movies instead of completing a report for work.—
Ian Bogost,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Emilia had cancer — B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia.—
Kate Bilo,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
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As her life is starting, her mother suffers from an acute schizophrenic episode.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Adjective
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Authorities added that adult family members were present at the home when the shooting happened.—
Michael Guise,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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Carlyle at present owns the majority of Content Partners, although the founders also retain significant shares.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Only seconds after taking the pitch, Romelu Lukaku made a run to the front of the net, as his teammate sent in a pass.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
16 June 2026
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This is the least eventful task, since taking a single photo only requires a few seconds.—
Tasha Robinson,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
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“Instant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instant. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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