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
Delta Air Lines was the most punctual airline in the United States last year, taking the top spot for the fifth consecutive year.
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Instead be polite, punctual and always turn your camera on.
—The Hill, 12 Dec. 2025
In 2023, the airport ranked as the world’s most punctual, according to a report from the travel data analytics firm Cirium.
—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
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Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
Instead be polite, punctual and always turn your camera on.
—The Hill, 12 Dec. 2025
In 2023, the airport ranked as the world’s most punctual, according to a report from the travel data analytics firm Cirium.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for punctual
Adjective
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That means addressing immediate needs like shelter, and long-term needs such as affordable housing, mental health and workforce development.—
Desiree Mathurin,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2026
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Still, Chad and Lori had an immediate attraction to each other and began having an affair.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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The conflict is a timely one for the film to engage with.—
Megan Garber,
The Atlantic,
12 May 2026
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Officials awarded the Liberty possession after the timely poke despite Johannes touching it last.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
11 May 2026
Adjective
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For DiPentima, the bill’s swift progress though the legislature was concerning.—
P.R. Lockhart,
Hartford Courant,
17 May 2026
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The collision occurred off base, prompting a lockdown and swift emergency response, as witnesses reported fire and smoke and video captured four parachutes opening while wreckage fell.—
Rebecca Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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The key here, overall, is to take prompt action now that interest rates aren't moving.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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Seeking prompt medical attention after an incident may support both your recovery and any potential legal claim.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Saturday in Seattle, the speedy left wing had shown well as a late-game entry.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Roberts said getting Hernandez a little time off his feet was the inspiration for the lineup and not the defensive outfield alignment that included the speedy Call.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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When the puck finally dropped on the fifth and deciding game of the semifinal series, Minnesota came out flying with yet another quick start, pinning Montreal into its own zone for most of the opening 10 minutes.—
Hailey Salvian,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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Both audiences and platforms are quick to reject content that feels like advertising.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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“Punctual.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/punctual. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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