as in immediate
done, carried out, or given without delay
the punctual delivery of the daily mail
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Recent Examples of punctual
In 2023, the airport ranked as the world’s most punctual, according to a report from the travel data analytics firm Cirium.
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Her infirmity, Lurie says, began in July, 1953, but tremors of premonition course through her work from first to last, as though sickness were naturally expected to arrive, like a punctual guest.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Everyone is incredibly punctual.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Trams and trains were extremely punctual, as were people.
—Adam H. Graham, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2023
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Celia Fernandez, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
Her infirmity, Lurie says, began in July, 1953, but tremors of premonition course through her work from first to last, as though sickness were naturally expected to arrive, like a punctual guest.
—Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 13 Oct. 2025
Everyone is incredibly punctual.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025
Trams and trains were extremely punctual, as were people.
—Adam H. Graham, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 June 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctual
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And for now, the potential economic effects of war in the Middle East are a more immediate concern than longer-term effects from AI.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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With their songs, colors, and variety, birds enrich our lives … and recent studies show that their immediate presence actually increases our well-being and happiness and can even prolong our lives!—
Seth Borenstein,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This March, that starts with exploring your current mortgage interest rate options and carefully considering the answers to a series of critical (and timely) questions.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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This awareness supports timely responses and proactive planning.—
Ascend Agency,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The superior technology, intelligence and firepower of the United States and Israel enabled them to conjure a swift and simple solution to their enduring Iran problem.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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Utility pockets add even more swift function.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The VibeFarm Studio platform is designed as a structured prompt composition workspace rather than a traditional AI generator.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
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The government’s accounting infrastructure exists precisely to make such calculations transparent and prompt.—
Mark Pirie,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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People familiar with the confirmation process say that Senate schedules and the upcoming campaign season may stand in the way of a speedy confirmation, but another obstacle arose Tuesday, during Noem's testimony before the Senate.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The speedy outfielder is 0 for 10, with three walks, three strikeouts and two steals.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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While the recent renovation shines throughout the property, the pool is on the smaller side—perfect for a quick refresh, though guests seeking a more expansive swim in San Antonio’s summer heat may want to plan around it.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 Mar. 2026
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Visit Watsons Organic Market & Cafe on Main Street for quick meals on the go.—
Karthika Gupta,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Punctual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctual. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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