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as in instantaneous
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
felt immediate relief after taking the painkiller
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as in swift
done, carried out, or given without delay
immediate treatment saved the victim of the massive heart attack
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as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
for the victims of the terrorist attack, the incident is as immediate as yesterday's news
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
we need to solve the immediate problems before working on the more long-term ones
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Recent Examples of immediate
An immediate success, The Day of the Jackal spent seven weeks at No. 1 on The New York Times Best Seller List throughout October and November in 1971.
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Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
Some universities that initially appeared to be strong candidates for private equity investment—such as the University of North Carolina—were ultimately put off by Wall Street’s expectation for immediate returns.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 9 June 2025
The Indiana Fever took an immediate lead, but the Sky traded blows with back-to-back baskets from Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese to keep within three points.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
The asteroids likely pose no immediate danger to Earth, but are a way for astronomers to learn more about detecting them.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 7 June 2025
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Chris Koseluk, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025
Some universities that initially appeared to be strong candidates for private equity investment—such as the University of North Carolina—were ultimately put off by Wall Street’s expectation for immediate returns.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 9 June 2025
The Indiana Fever took an immediate lead, but the Sky traded blows with back-to-back baskets from Kamilla Cardoso and Angel Reese to keep within three points.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
The asteroids likely pose no immediate danger to Earth, but are a way for astronomers to learn more about detecting them.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediate
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Prompting Instantaneous Decision Moments AI is collapsing linear customer journeys into instantaneous decision moments, often before a user even signals intent.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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While the cast — which also includes Jon Hamm, Ali Larter, Jacob Lofland, Michelle Randolph, and Demi Moore — barely had a chance to get to know one another before filming started, Thornton insisted the chemistry was instantaneous.—
Rance Collins,
IndieWire,
15 June 2025
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The major-party candidates in the race for governor are already set; neither faced a serious primary challenge.—
Margaret Barthel,
NPR,
17 June 2025
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They will be required to start recording the boxes on the first day absentee ballots are issued for an election or primary and continue recording until the town clerk retrieves the last ballots.—
Gabby DeBenedictis,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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The series’ breakout success last year earned it a swift second-season renewal, with production already underway.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
15 June 2025
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First responders successfully completed 19 swift water rescues, according to Morrisey.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2025
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This is how Bailey became a learn-on-the-job type, with a near religious reverence for performing, if not the formal higher education of many with whom he’s shared the stage.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
18 June 2025
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The nations continued strikes with no signs of a truce in the near future.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Its current placement suggests that the smash will continue to find space on the Hot 100 for several more weeks.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Log in Offer for The Athletic subscription; current subscribers not eligible.—
Mike Vorkunov,
New York Times,
18 June 2025
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Customers anticipate instant credit decisions, approvals and onboarding, leaving little room for manual checks or lengthy reviews.—
Dimitar Dimitrov,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Buckle up Hearts & Victory - but don’t expect instant success.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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For years, Putin claimed that direct talks with Ukraine were impossible because President Volodymyr Zelensky’s government was illegitimate and, more important, Ukraine wasn’t a real country—merely a proxy for the American imperial project.—
Andrew Ryvkin,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2025
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Israel considers Iran's nuclear program to be a direct threat to its national security.—
Rebecca Rosman,
NPR,
16 June 2025
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From improving financial planning to optimizing operational processes, every area can benefit from management based on accurate and timely data.—
Jose Luis Gonzalez Rodriguez,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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The film is a timely reminder about efforts to combat police brutality, Spencer said, just as the Trump administration has pulled back from investigating and suing police departments over civil rights violations.—
Ethan Wolin,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2025
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“Immediate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediate. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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