as in immediately
without delay
I told her straight off that I was not going to do that
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Recent Examples of straight off
For the Paris premiere of Wonka, Chalamet wore a shimmering Tom Ford top straight off the spring/summer 2024 womenswear runway.
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Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
That’s a 90s rock playlist that could have come straight off a mix CD, deployed as psychological warfare in a basketball arena.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
This evening in Paris, Connor Storrie arrived at the latest Saint Laurent fashion show wearing a look straight off last season’s men’s runway—a sharp-shouldered suit with his tie tucked into the packet of his shirt.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Jan. 2026
Or plucking Tater Tots straight off the baking sheet and then wiping your hands on your pants.
—Alyssa Brandt, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
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Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
That’s a 90s rock playlist that could have come straight off a mix CD, deployed as psychological warfare in a basketball arena.
—Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
This evening in Paris, Connor Storrie arrived at the latest Saint Laurent fashion show wearing a look straight off last season’s men’s runway—a sharp-shouldered suit with his tie tucked into the packet of his shirt.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Jan. 2026
Or plucking Tater Tots straight off the baking sheet and then wiping your hands on your pants.
—Alyssa Brandt, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight off
Adverb
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The Orange County district attorney’s office did not immediately return a message seeking comment Wednesday, nor did Yourex’s attorney.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Haaland bursts our bubble almost immediately by scoring in the opening five minutes, and Burnley miss a few good first-half chances, with striker Zian Flemming particularly culpable.—
Nnamdi Onyeagwara,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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The suit alleged City Creek failed to reposition her every two hours in bed or her wheelchair, which is the clinical standard for people at risk of bedsores, and to promptly order devices to protect her skin.—
Jordan Rau,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2026
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Another humanoid triumphantly crossed the finish line, then promptly veered off course and fell into a bush.—
Janis Mackey Frayer,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Think soft layers that hold their shape after long flights, linen staples that instantly elevate a carry-on wardrobe, and under‑$50 basics that make getting dressed on the road feel effortless.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Wang said it could be held by hand, allowing grape pickers to instantly check ripeness before harvesting across the wine industry.—
Maureen Mackey , Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Dating back to his last start on Saturday, Suarez has now posted 14 consecutive scoreless innings.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
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These deals are only available while supplies last, so be sure to shop now.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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City officials have not directly addressed the governor's claims but issued a statement saying Dallas remains committed to following the law.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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What to do nearby For a little adventure off-site, guests can book a variety of activities directly through the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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And yes, their significant height difference is addressed right off the bat in the pilot with a joke.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
17 Apr. 2026
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Farhan, meanwhile, got things going in a big way for Stagg with two kills right off the bat.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Domínguez found trouble right away against Caminero, beginning the at-bat with three straight balls.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Clear fallen debris right away to ensure your grass still receives plenty of air and sunlight.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
17 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Air traffic control told the pilots to turn right, which put them on a potential collision course with another 737 that had been cleared for takeoff from a parallel runway.—
Kris Van Cleave,
CBS News,
21 Apr. 2026
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We, as Peter Hook and the Light, have been right behind it from the word go.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Straight off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight%20off. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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