punctually

adverb

Definition of punctuallynext
as in promptly

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  1. promptly
  2. immediately
  3. instantly
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  • When concerns were raised about this contract, the Town took them seriously, reviewed the matter carefully, and acted promptly based on the findings.
    — Tammy Mutasa, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • As such, William promptly invaded, with Pope Alexander II on his side.
    — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of promptly
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  • Hansen’s attorney, who is with the Post-Conviction Justice Project at University of Southern California Gould School of Law, did not immediately respond to a request for comment Friday afternoon.
    — Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Dehqani said reconstruction work began immediately after the refinery was hit during the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in 2025.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of immediately
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  • Roster spots are also limited and can’t be instantly expanded.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • White, meanwhile, instantly lightens an outfit to add a luminous, almost ethereal touch.
    — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of instantly
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