right away

adverb

Synonyms of right awaynext
: without delay or hesitation : immediately

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you need to have this fixed right away
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Wipe up spills and grease right away, rather than waiting until after the party. — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 4 July 2026 There’s another reason that could keep investors holding the stock, rather than selling right away, added Tung. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 3 July 2026 Contact your veterinarian or local extension agent right away. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 Some beneficiaries are ready to pursue full-time work right away. — Diane Winiarski, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for right away

Word History

First Known Use

1734, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of right away was in 1734

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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20away. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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right away

adverb
: without delay : immediately

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