as in immediately
without delay
you need to have this fixed right away
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Recent Examples of right away
It’s designed for librarians who are trying to put something on a shelf, find it and put it back right away.
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Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
And look what happened … McConnell came in and got rid of the role right away.
—Jon Ralston, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
The next day was the 4th of July, so Barbara wasn’t worried right away when Dee Dee didn’t come home.
—Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 18 Jan. 2026
First published in 1979 and still widely available through Internet vendors, this book, above all, will inspire you to grab a shovel or trowel or shears and start planting, pruning, or propagating right away.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 17 Jan. 2026
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Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 18 Jan. 2026
And look what happened … McConnell came in and got rid of the role right away.
—Jon Ralston, The Atlantic, 18 Jan. 2026
The next day was the 4th of July, so Barbara wasn’t worried right away when Dee Dee didn’t come home.
—Sarah Dahlberg, NBC news, 18 Jan. 2026
First published in 1979 and still widely available through Internet vendors, this book, above all, will inspire you to grab a shovel or trowel or shears and start planting, pruning, or propagating right away.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 17 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for right away
Adverb
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The Gloucestershire Constabulary didn't immediately respond when contacted by PEOPLE for additional information.—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
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It was not immediately known if the injuries the motorist suffered in the crash played a role in her death, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2026
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When my mother was reunited with Aggie, my sister (a millennial, of course) filmed it and promptly posted the short clip to TikTok.—
Peter Kiefer,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Jan. 2026
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Holevich adds that cleaning these surfaces promptly will help prevent long-term staining and lingering odors.—
Kate Van Pelt,
The Spruce,
7 Jan. 2026
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Luxury expeditions to the region are now attracting travelers craving new and unusual adventures at sea, all complemented by modern, high-end amenities.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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There is now a push to get the issue approved as a ballot measure.—
Will Yakowicz,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Unlike a designer piece that may be instantly recognizable, furs vary.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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Designed to melt instantly into skin, all of this is spun into a lightweight cream that deposits medium, buildable luminous matte coverage meant to last for up to 16 hours.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
23 Jan. 2026
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
24 Jan. 2026
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In 2021, Tatmon was observed loitering outside a liquor store directly across the street from the Sky Market with two other men, one of whom subsequently shot and killed Edward Morgan, 41, of Oakland, during a confrontation.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
24 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The game had a much quieter start than the first two meetings between the teams, both of which began with fisticuffs right off the bat.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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For even more relaxation, the wellness suite, right off the gym, has a sauna, hammam, and a treatment room.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2026
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For me, folklore started right back at school, when our junior headmaster used to sit and tell us tall colorful tales, oral Cumbrian legends and ghost stories, which could be augmented and added to in the telling.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Jan. 2026
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Roger would go out and kind of mess around right before the tournament.—
Patrick McEnroe,
New York Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Mike Vrabel came straight off the practice field Friday to hold his final press conference of the week after four days of preparing for the Texans.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
19 Jan. 2026
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Come cocktail hour, expect parka-donning guests straight off the slopes enjoying apré-ski cocktails by the fire, as well as a stylish set wrapped in silk and cashmere, perhaps recovering from a long day at the spa.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right%20away. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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