as in immediate
done, carried out, or given without delay
the punctual delivery of the daily mail
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Recent Examples of punctual
In 2023, the airport ranked as the world’s most punctual, according to a report from the travel data analytics firm Cirium.
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Her infirmity, Lurie says, began in July, 1953, but tremors of premonition course through her work from first to last, as though sickness were naturally expected to arrive, like a punctual guest.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Everyone is incredibly punctual.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Trams and trains were extremely punctual, as were people.
—Adam H. Graham, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2023
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Her infirmity, Lurie says, began in July, 1953, but tremors of premonition course through her work from first to last, as though sickness were naturally expected to arrive, like a punctual guest.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Everyone is incredibly punctual.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Trams and trains were extremely punctual, as were people.
—Adam H. Graham, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2023
See All Example Sentences for punctual
Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctual
Adjective
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There was no immediate confirmation from Iran, where little information has been coming out due to internet outages, round-the-clock airstrikes and tight restrictions on journalists.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
18 Mar. 2026
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Stratton called for an immediate increase to $25 an hour — a position her opponents, who supported a gradual increase to $17 per hour, said reflected naivety and a lack of Washington experience.—
Dan Petrella,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There is an opportunity here to create something timely, grounded and socially relevant.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2026
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Constant monitoring of the mortgage rate climate each day for a timely window of opportunity to act will no longer be necessary.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The proposal, which became public in February, was met with swift and decisive pushback from town officials and state lawmakers representing the town.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
14 Mar. 2026
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Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard credited preparation and training for the swift response to the attack.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Information revealed by records can raise awareness — and prompt change, from new laws to the launching of investigations.—
Katie Moore,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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That's because the traditional gold investing benefits that have applied for decades are especially pronounced this March, giving prospective investors and those who may not be fully invested in the metal reason to take prompt action.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The network announced a speedy renewal for Marshals on Thursday, 12 days after its series debut.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
12 Mar. 2026
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Better Mortgage is one such online lender, and offers lower-than-average rates and other perks, like speedy closing and grants for first-time homebuyers.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Practical pitches can gain quick support.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Amazon’s new delivery options are likely to compete with quick-commerce apps like Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Punctual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctual. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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