as in promptly
without delay
if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert
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Recent Examples of immediately
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
3 July 2026
As part of the drill, Coast Guard helicopters and NORAD F-16 fighter jets got airborne immediately after the threat had been identified.
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Luke Barr,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
The impact to hot wings, pizza slices, red beans and rice or any other dishes was not immediately clear.
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Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
The White House and the office of the Director of National Intelligence did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Friday.
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Justin Papp,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
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Adverb
Those plans were immediately thwarted when both of his sisters and his brother-in-law arrived at the airport to pick up the newlyweds.
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Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
3 July 2026
As part of the drill, Coast Guard helicopters and NORAD F-16 fighter jets got airborne immediately after the threat had been identified.
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Luke Barr,
ABC News,
3 July 2026
The impact to hot wings, pizza slices, red beans and rice or any other dishes was not immediately clear.
—
Phil Helsel,
NBC news,
3 July 2026
The White House and the office of the Director of National Intelligence did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Friday.
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Justin Papp,
CNBC,
3 July 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediately
Adverb
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If anyone shows signs of heat illness, promptly move them to a cool, shaded area.
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Claus trudged to the monitor, watched the foul on an agonizing loop and promptly handed Balogun a red card.
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Their coupling instantly captured the attention and hearts of fans around the world, and Swift’s presence at Chiefs games was even credited with bolstering female interest in NFL football.
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For her grandfather, opening the package instantly transported him back to his teenage years.
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Both suspects now face additional charges, including 28 counts of payment card theft, larceny, identity theft and conspiracy.
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Once an exclusive perk, airport lounges are now frequently overcrowded and offer a diminished experience.
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However, the records do not identify Swift or Kelce and do not reveal if the event is directly connected to the couple.
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Add chunk oak firewood or oak smoking chunks directly onto the hot coals.
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“Immediately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediately. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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