right away

adverb

Synonyms of right awaynext
: without delay or hesitation : immediately

Examples of right away in a Sentence

you need to have this fixed right away
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Imagine that, rookies impacting right away? Dave Hyde, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026 Save the healthy trimmings, which root easily and can be used right away for propagation. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026 The move isn’t expected to happen right away, because minimum contracts are pro-rated to how many days are remaining in the season. Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2026 Instead of planning for 2027 with those selections — like, say, taking an offensive tackle or a quarterback — the Rams could use the picks on players who would have an opportunity to play right away in 2026. Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for right away

Word History

First Known Use

1734, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of right away was in 1734

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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20away. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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right away

adverb
: without delay : immediately

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