right away

adverb

Synonyms of right awaynext
: without delay or hesitation : immediately

Examples of right away in a Sentence

you need to have this fixed right away
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This one caught my eye right away — and not just because it's made with a buttery blend of Tencel and spandex. Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 11 June 2026 At the same time, costs increase right away. Jeff Winters, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 Boatnecks are my favorite neckline for sleeveless tops, so I was taken with this set right away. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 10 June 2026 Toss gently to combine and serve right away. Lexi Harrison, Midwest Living, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for right away

Word History

First Known Use

1734, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 14 Jun. 2026.

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right away

adverb
: without delay : immediately

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