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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
The vertical ribbed detailing makes an immediate impression, and your choice of over 20 fabrics will give it even more of a one-of-a-kind look.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Perhaps Trump wanted to save off his most devastating salvos — the EU and Mexico were, in 2024, the top-two largest trade partners of the U.S. — for when the markets were closed, hence avoiding any immediate backlash from traders.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 14 July 2025
Trump got a political boost in the immediate aftermath of Butler, which came shortly after a disastrous debate for then-President Joe Biden, which helped force the Democratic incumbent – then 81 years old – out of the race.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 July 2025
In April 2021, Rodriguez-Kennedy said his immediate supervisor told him to take advantage of his position as chair of the county Democratic Party to ensure a favorable outcome for a pending motion.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Perhaps Trump wanted to save off his most devastating salvos — the EU and Mexico were, in 2024, the top-two largest trade partners of the U.S. — for when the markets were closed, hence avoiding any immediate backlash from traders.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 14 July 2025
Trump got a political boost in the immediate aftermath of Butler, which came shortly after a disastrous debate for then-President Joe Biden, which helped force the Democratic incumbent – then 81 years old – out of the race.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 July 2025
In April 2021, Rodriguez-Kennedy said his immediate supervisor told him to take advantage of his position as chair of the county Democratic Party to ensure a favorable outcome for a pending motion.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediate
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That's the benefit of electric power providing instantaneous torque.—
Eileen Falkenberg-Hull,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 July 2025
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Of course, getting over his nerves on the set of Karate Kid: Legends wasn’t instantaneous.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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No, corn sweat is not the primary cause behind the heat wave Cincinnati is experiencing this week.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
24 July 2025
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The medical examiner ruled that ketamine, typically used as a surgical anesthetic, was the primary cause of death.—
Andrew Dalton,
Chicago Tribune,
23 July 2025
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The swift decline of Vidalia Mills in Louisiana—if it can even be said to have truly taken off—is a telling example.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
22 July 2025
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If the governor opens the door to these projects, the blowback will be swift, vocal, and impossible to ignore.—
Laura Shindell,
New York Daily News,
20 July 2025
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What To Know Real estate agents who spoke to Redfin said buyers are becoming reluctant to finalize purchases due to economic uncertainties, in particular high mortgage rates, the potential impacts of tariffs, inflation and the possibility of a recession in the near future.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 July 2025
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But their 9-0 start was derailed late as UM dropped two of its final three regular-season games to go from a near lock for the playoffs to missing out entirely.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
23 July 2025
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The county and the Cincinnati Bengals have agreed to work toward a new 11-year lease agreement instead of extending the current lease for Paycor Stadium, which was signed in 1997 and has long been criticized by taxpayers.—
Erin Glynn,
The Enquirer,
25 July 2025
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The Outlet Fire in 2000, a prescribed burn that ran out of control, left a wall of aspen to the east that proved a partial barrier to the current fire.—
Tom Zoellner,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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Adults often expect instant fixes: a new mattress, a melatonin gummy, a podcast that promises deep REM cycles in 12 minutes.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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The show aired 52 episodes between 2002 and 2005 and was an instant sensation.—
Victoria Edel,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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The same for recoveries received in direct settlement with Southern California Edison or PG&E outside of a class action.—
Robert W. Wood,
Forbes.com,
22 July 2025
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Still, the collaboration with Redwood Materials to deploy energy storage systems does not put it in direct competition with its joint venture partner.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
22 July 2025
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Mentors provide pattern recognition, network amplification, confidence calibration, timely feedback, and more.—
David Henkin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The timely project received a $2,500 cash award and $2,500 in-kind consultation award for a project in development from Masna3.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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“Immediate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediate. Accessed 31 Jul. 2025.
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