in·stant·ly
ˈin(t)-stənt-lē 
1
: without the least delay : immediately
2
: with importunity : urgently
: as soon as
… he ran across the grass instantly he perceived his mother …—
William Thackeray
William ThackeraySynonyms of instantly
Relevance
Adverb
Conjunction
Examples of instantly in a Sentence
Adverb
His voice is instantly recognizable.
They instantly fell in love.
She was killed instantly when her car hit a tree.
Conjunction
we realized there would be problems instantly we saw the final report
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Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2025
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Adverb
Sized just right for a small balcony, deck, or patio, the sleek gas-burning design instantly upgrades an outdoor area and makes comfortable, year-round hangouts possible thanks to adjustable heat controls.
—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Dec. 2025
Groupon offers digital presents that arrive instantly and give your recipient more freedom to redeem their gift, depending on their schedule.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 21 Dec. 2025
The Ultimate Pedicure Color For Winter 2026 Nothing will ever compare to the elevated style that three coats of OPI Lincoln Park After Dark instantly give.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 21 Dec. 2025
In a side panel, Tailwind instantly began showing key concepts and questions based on the materials in each document.
—Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for instantly
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“Instantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/instantly. Accessed 24 Dec. 2025.
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