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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Alexandra Ditch, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025
The tiny liquid droplets in the fog can freeze instantly to any surface, including vehicles and road surfaces.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Dec. 2025
Either way, Amazon’s collection of Christmas decorations instantly adds a touch of holiday spirit to your home.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
These neutrals strike the ideal balance, subtle enough for daily living but stylish enough to instantly update any space.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025
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Adverb
Another favorite of mine is the Tubereuse scent, which is an enchanting floral fragrance that instantly transports me to greener pastures.
—Alexandra Ditch, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025
The tiny liquid droplets in the fog can freeze instantly to any surface, including vehicles and road surfaces.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Dec. 2025
Either way, Amazon’s collection of Christmas decorations instantly adds a touch of holiday spirit to your home.
—Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
These neutrals strike the ideal balance, subtle enough for daily living but stylish enough to instantly update any space.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2025
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“Instantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/instantly. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
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