1
as in immediate
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
her first novel was a straightaway success
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2
as in linear
free from irregularities or digressions in course
the doomed ship was headed on a straightaway course in the path of the iceberg
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as in immediately
without delay
he got to the hospital, and straightaway he was admitted and given intravenous fluids
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Recent Examples of straightaway
Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
As Estoril’s long Parabolica Ayrton Senna opens up to the .61-mile straightaway, rapid upshifts at redline end at fifth gear and 184 mph before I’m forced to brake hard.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2025
Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
My ideal scenario starts with going into a used bookstore and finding something wonderful by pure serendipity, then taking it off somewhere to start reading it straightaway.
—New York Times, 30 Mar. 2023
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Adjective
Mountcastle made it 4-1 two batters later, sending a 1-0 sinker out to straightaway center field.
—Evan Webeck, Mercury News, 31 Aug. 2025
As Estoril’s long Parabolica Ayrton Senna opens up to the .61-mile straightaway, rapid upshifts at redline end at fifth gear and 184 mph before I’m forced to brake hard.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2025
Adverb
Getting to work straightaway, the kids built a snowman in the yard, which looked like your typical Frosty with twigs for arms and a carrot nose.
—Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025
My ideal scenario starts with going into a used bookstore and finding something wonderful by pure serendipity, then taking it off somewhere to start reading it straightaway.
—New York Times, 30 Mar. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightaway
Adjective
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These trends will have immediate electoral consequences.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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What set him apart early was his willingness to apply his technical knowledge to fields and tasks that went beyond his immediate responsibilities.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The idea is to expose the show to new viewers who perhaps haven’t caught it yet on streaming, and also use the linear run as a bit of a marketing lead-up to the January premiere of Season 2 on HBO Max.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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In a novel that is so alert to where climate change is leading the world, a narrative frame that illustrates migration as linear and largely redemptive feels anachronistic.—
Tope Folarin,
The Atlantic,
8 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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During cross-examination, he was upbraided for long answers that did not immediately answer the question he had been asked.—
Greg O'Keeffe,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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More information about the accident wasn’t immediately available.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The effect was almost instantaneous, like turning a key in a lock.—
Sean Williams,
Outside,
27 Oct. 2025
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Sea-Intelligence modeled the European import surge under different scenarios, ranging from an instantaneous switch back to the Suez by all shipping lines, to a more gradual phase-in over two, four or six weeks.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
24 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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For years, fashion companies like Ralph Lauren pulled their products from Macy’s stores to sell more of their products direct to consumers online and at their own stores.—
Phil Wahba,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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The league then sends out direct notification letters to players, giving them the specific details of the fine and instructions on how to appeal.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Adverb
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The system helps promptly deliver the right air-fuel mixture, and your vehicle is ready to hit the road within seconds, even in cold temperatures.—
Jalen Williams,
USA Today,
11 Nov. 2025
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Note at the post-merger Hollywood presser this past summer, Paramount Co-Chair Josh Greenstein emphasized that the goal for theatrical release was 15 titles a year promptly — no date was given– and the ultimate goal down the road is 20 movies annually.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
10 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Save as a collection on MyRecipes Made with everyone's favorite seasonal vegetables and flavors, these dishes are guaranteed to be an instant hit at Thanksgiving dinner.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
5 Nov. 2025
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Maximum Strength Mucinex Fast-Max Kickstart Severe Cold & Flu (All-in-One) in menthol flavor delivers powerful, multi-symptom relief and an instant cooling sensation in just one four-hour dose.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Dallas has dropped two straight games, most recently losing 110-102 to the Houston Rockets on the road.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Pilots’ comeback While The Pitt had a straight-to-series order, American Blue and How To Survive Without Me are pilots, part of a resurgence of the broadcast development staple.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Straightaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightaway. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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