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straightaway
adjective
adverb
noun
performed with little or no delay
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adjective
performed with little or no delay
“an immediate reply to my letter”
adverb
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
“he answered immediately”
noun
a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
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an immediate reply to my letter
a prompt reply
was quick to respond
a straightaway denial
he answered immediately
found an answer straightaway
an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith
Come here now!
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