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as in immediate
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
her first novel was a straightaway success
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2
as in linear
free from irregularities or digressions in course
the doomed ship was headed on a straightaway course in the path of the iceberg
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as in immediately
without delay
he got to the hospital, and straightaway he was admitted and given intravenous fluids
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Recent Examples of straightaway
Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025
This time, with Jazz Chisholm at the plate, the Yankees third baseman pummeled the pitch 417 feet to straightaway center for a 3-0 lead.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 7 June 2025
New York Times, 30 Mar. 2023
The ornithologists realized straightaway that many birds in the training data set had been misclassified because of the crowdsourced workers’ limited ornithological knowledge.
—Dan Greene, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Nov. 2018
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Adjective
In what was a tie score at Petco Park, on a day first place in the National League West was up for grabs, Hernández delivered the decisive blow in the Dodgers’ 5-2 win over the Padres, belting a three-run home run to straightaway center that sent the club a pivotal series victory.
—Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025
This time, with Jazz Chisholm at the plate, the Yankees third baseman pummeled the pitch 417 feet to straightaway center for a 3-0 lead.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 7 June 2025
Adverb
My ideal scenario starts with going into a used bookstore and finding something wonderful by pure serendipity, then taking it off somewhere to start reading it straightaway.
—New York Times, 30 Mar. 2023
The ornithologists realized straightaway that many birds in the training data set had been misclassified because of the crowdsourced workers’ limited ornithological knowledge.
—Dan Greene, IEEE Spectrum, 21 Nov. 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightaway
Adjective
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An overwhelming majority of the world's climate scientists have stressed that an immediate reduction in the burning of fossil fuels, including coal, is imperative to averting the worst consequences of climate change, including extreme heat, more powerful storms and deadly floods.—
Connor Giffin,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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First, there are a spate of short-term projects intended to alleviate the immediate stress for passengers.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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Tucked around a partition wall sporting a two-way linear fireplace is a kitchen outfitted with sleek Poliform cabinetry, an eat-in island, and Miele, Wolf, and Sub-Zero appliances.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
2 Aug. 2025
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Built with brands capable of reaching more than 100 million viewers in a single weekend, the business has ownership and interests in linear television networks, digital and mobile programming, broadband platforms, multiple web sites, joint-venture businesses and several licensing relationships.—
Bruce Martin,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
Adverb
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Rather than just revel in shock and joy, Harman immediately looked a few steps out.—
Jim Clash,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Santa Rosa County District Schools did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.—
Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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As Figma went public this week to much fanfare—and an almost instantaneous 250% stock pop—quite a few folks from Silicon Valley made money.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
2 Aug. 2025
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Unlike conventional cross-border bank transfers that can take several days and incur steep processing fees, stablecoin transactions are nearly instantaneous and substantially cheaper, experts pointed out.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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And on especially hot days, make sure your container gardens aren’t sitting in the direct sun.—
Andrea Beck,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 Aug. 2025
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Officers will help with traffic flow and direct vehicles during morning dropoff and afternoon pickup at Catawba Ridge High, Fort Mill Middle and Fort Mill, River Trail and Riverview Elementary schools.—
Joe Marusak,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Many people recover fully from Lyme disease, especially when the disease is caught early and treated promptly.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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For this purpose, medical personnel were asked for samples, which, if available, would be analyzed promptly.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
2 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Last night in front of a crowd of more than 53,000 fans, Punk defeated Gunther in an instant classic Punk in the show’s headlining match only to have his magical moment spoiled by a returning Rollins.—
Blake Oestriecher,
Forbes.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Create a new account with the DraftKings promo code to get an instant $150 bonus offer for Saturday's MLB games and more.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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Nashville hot chicken is perhaps this city's most famed dish, but the best of it has more nuance than just straight heat.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
The Tennessean,
26 July 2025
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Friday’s home starter is Logan Webb (9-7), an All-Star for the second consecutive year and the NL’s leader in innings pitched for the third straight season.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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“Straightaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightaway. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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