as in immediately
without delay
shipped the package promptly so that it would arrive on time
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Stepping out in a glittery tux carrying (and promptly dropping) a sparkly dance cane, Sabrina Carpenter staged a classic Hollywood musical number as a blooper reel, complete with a full-troupe tap routine.
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 3 Feb. 2025
After that early Heat surge, the Bucks promptly unleashed a 39-16 rampage and Miami never really recovered, ending on the wrong side of a blowout loss for the second time in a week, dropping below .500 (at 21-22) and finishing the night ninth in the East.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
The company’s immediate recall of 31 million bottles and transparent communication demonstrated its commitment to public safety, and as a result, the brand promptly regained trust.
—Joann Yamani, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Kesse’s parents promptly contacted the police, began reaching out to local hospitals and spoke to as many people in their daughter’s condo complex as possible, per 48 Hours.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
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Anna Gaca, Pitchfork, 3 Feb. 2025
After that early Heat surge, the Bucks promptly unleashed a 39-16 rampage and Miami never really recovered, ending on the wrong side of a blowout loss for the second time in a week, dropping below .500 (at 21-22) and finishing the night ninth in the East.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 24 Jan. 2025
The company’s immediate recall of 31 million bottles and transparent communication demonstrated its commitment to public safety, and as a result, the brand promptly regained trust.
—Joann Yamani, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025
Kesse’s parents promptly contacted the police, began reaching out to local hospitals and spoke to as many people in their daughter’s condo complex as possible, per 48 Hours.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promptly
Adverb
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Representatives for Abbott's office did not immediately respond to Axios' request for comment in the evening on when this would happen.—
Rebecca Falconer,
Axios,
3 Feb. 2025
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An Amazon spokesperson didn’t immediately respond to CNBC for a request for comment.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
3 Feb. 2025
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The sleek style is a practical swap for jeans that instantly dress up your outfit.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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The majestic views changed instantly after rounding a bend revealed an out-of-control fire bounding up the canyon.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Kelly is now tasked with operating a group that was No. 29 overall in points and No. 27 in total yardage in 2024.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
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The Spurs improved at the margins around him this summer, adding veterans Chris Paul and Harrison Barnes to aid a young core that now includes Stephon Castle, drafted fourth in June and protected in these talks with the Kings.—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
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“Promptly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promptly. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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