right away

adverb

Definition of right awaynext
as in immediately
without delay you need to have this fixed right away

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Recent Examples of right away Lisa Rusyniak, the President & CEO at Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake, says one of the most valuable donations for any thrift store is gently used, everyday clothing that people can wear right away. — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026 Tackle small messes right away to prevent buildup and make deep-cleaning days easier. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 31 Oct. 2026 Jewelry also gets a special shout-out during the holiday season—custom designs that take time need to be purchased right away. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2026 Carson didn’t answer her phone right away, silencing it until her husband persuaded her to call back. — Stacy Keltner, The Conversation, 30 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right away
Recent Examples of Synonyms for right away
  1. immediately
  2. promptly
  3. now
  4. instantly
  5. directly
  6. right off
  7. right
  8. straight off
Adverb
  • The Monterey County district attorney’s office did not immediately respond to questions from The Times.
    — Iris Kwok, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Spokespersons for Hinojosa and Talarico did not immediately respond to requests for comment Friday.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of immediately
Adverb
  • People with bloody diarrhea, signs of dehydration, or other severe symptoms should seek medical attention promptly, the Health Department said.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Courts in Brazil and Norway issued preliminary injunctions blocking the terms after organizations in those countries promptly filed lawsuits, Nieman Lab reported.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of promptly
Adverb
  • Chambers himself is now accused of riot, conspiracy to riot, and money laundering offenses, defense attorney Aitor Martínez Jiménez told the Washington Examiner.
    — Hudson Crozier, The Washington Examiner, 9 Nov. 2026
  • To certain journalists, there’s little point in distinguishing between AI and human authorship now that many people use AI to research and draft.
    — Max Tani, semafor.com, 9 Nov. 2026
Definition of now
Adverb
  • The soft, lightweight layer features ribbed detailing that instantly dresses up classic jeans or trousers.
    — Kaitlin Gates, InStyle, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Step inside the glassy tower and the mood softens instantly; warm wood panelling, geometric latticework and ikebana arrangements nod to traditional craftsmanship; lantern-like lighting casts a gentle glow across stone floors and neutral textiles.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of instantly
Adverb
  • In the Soil Grubs and some types of moth larvae may dig in even deeper and overwinter directly in the soil itself.
    — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Earlier this year, Yeezy relaunched with wardrobe essentials sold directly through its website.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of directly
Adverb
  • The Tallulah 1882 Tea House is located right off Highway 441 at 105 Moss Street.
    — Heather L. Whitley, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
  • All of that dry, flaky skin will slough right off while the balm covers your lips in a cocoon of hydration.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 31 Oct. 2026
Definition of right off
Adverb
  • Caden Piening’s diving catch of an Alonza Barnett III pass right at the pylon — ruled a 6-yard touchdown with 1 second left.
    — Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Brisk weekend in Baltimore Sunday begins with a mostly clear sky and temperatures averaging in the low to mid-40s away from the bay and upper 40s right along the bayfront.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of right
Adverb
  • Butterflied thighs with the lightest of marinades come straight off the grill to be dressed with a sauce that’s thin by Seattle standards, but nonetheless lands a careful balance of savory and sweet.
    — Allecia Vermillion, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Nov. 2026
  • An earthy army green base gets a luxe upgrade with shimmering gold croc accents, creating a look that feels straight off the runway.
    — Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of straight off

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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right%20away. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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