as in promptly
without delay
if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert
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Recent Examples of immediately
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the concerns over a ground invasion.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
An attorney representing Tufuga did not immediately respond to a request for comment from USA TODAY on March 25.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Crews immediately worked to bring the fire under control while primary and secondary searches were carried out, fire officials said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
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Adverb
The reason for the decision wasn’t immediately clear.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 25 Mar. 2026
The White House did not immediately respond to requests for comment about the concerns over a ground invasion.
—Alexander Smith, NBC news, 25 Mar. 2026
An attorney representing Tufuga did not immediately respond to a request for comment from USA TODAY on March 25.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Crews immediately worked to bring the fire under control while primary and secondary searches were carried out, fire officials said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediately
Adverb
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The only blemish in that span was a seventh-inning walk to Beck, who was promptly caught stealing.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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William is sent on a spy-adjacent mission by Captain Ezekiel Richardson that takes him through Great Dismal Swamp on the North Carolina–Virginia border, where he promptly gets lost and seriously injured until Ian, who is working as a liaison with the Native tribes, comes upon him.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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Nobody expects Sherman to instantly spend like the Mets and Phillies.—
Greg Cote
Updated March 27,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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These towels are ultra-thin, sand-free microfiber essentials that shake clean instantly, dry three times faster than cotton, and fold down lightweight and compact for the ultimate travel-ready getaway.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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The six varieties of Caruso giardiniera are now available online, and in stores in 30 states, including more than 100 stores in the Chicago area.—
Edie Kasten,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The Big Ten had a league-record six teams reach the Sweet 16 and now has tied the tournament record with four teams in the Elite Eight, increasing its chances of breaking through for the league's first title in more than a quarter-century.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 Mar. 2026
Adverb
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An additional five one-bedroom tents are situated directly on the beach.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The bill is now being considered on the Senate floor and would still allow buyers to purchase pets directly from breeders or adopt them from rescues and shelters.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Immediately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediately. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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