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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Contact your veterinarian or local extension agent right away. Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 Many new employees want to prove themselves by bringing fresh ideas right away. Dr. Cynthia J. Young, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 The retailer is synonymous with effortless, romantic dressing, and the Cherry Scallop Top caught my eye right away. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 29 June 2026 Brooklyn’s next on-court look comes in Summer League, though not every young Net will be available right away. C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 29 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 3 Jul. 2026.

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right away

adverb
: without delay : immediately

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