as in immediately
without delay
you need to have this fixed right away
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Recent Examples of right away
If symptoms point to heatstroke (watch especially for neurological symptoms like confusion), get them to an emergency room right away.
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Carmel Wroth,
NPR,
2 July 2026
The retailer is synonymous with effortless, romantic dressing, and the Cherry Scallop Top caught my eye right away.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
Brooklyn’s next on-court look comes in Summer League, though not every young Net will be available right away.
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C.j. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Christian Collins, on the other hand, looks primed to make an impact right away, if needed.
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Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for right away
Carmel Wroth,
NPR,
2 July 2026
The retailer is synonymous with effortless, romantic dressing, and the Cherry Scallop Top caught my eye right away.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
Brooklyn’s next on-court look comes in Summer League, though not every young Net will be available right away.
—
C.j. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
29 June 2026
Christian Collins, on the other hand, looks primed to make an impact right away, if needed.
—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for right away
Recent Examples of Synonyms for right away
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Affidavits supporting the Johnsons’ arrests were not immediately available Friday evening.
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Councilmember Monica Rodriguez, who voted against the proposal in mid-June, voiced fears that the list of noncitizen voters would immediately be seized by federal immigration authorities.
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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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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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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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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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Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal did not get an easy draw at all, with Croatia right off the bat and then potentially Spain in the Round of 16.
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The insoles, outsoles, and straps are all constructed from a flexible TPU material that water floats right off of.
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Go wine tasting right in town, or do your research and drive the Nevada County foothill roads to a few local wineries with pretty tasting rooms.
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According to Jackson’s account, Fong said her father, the village headman, removed large pieces of wreckage from the crash site and organized the burial of McKinney’s body right there.
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Over 20,000 shoppers grabbed it this month, and the zippered cubes keep everything wrinkle-free and ready to wear straight off the plane.
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Of course, as any Great British Bake-Off judge would tell you, the ultimate goal is a base that’s crisp all the way through, sturdy enough to lift straight off the plate with your hands.
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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/right%20away. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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