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you need to have this fixed right away
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An important component of employee buy-in is equipping them with the tools to self-remediate violations right away.
—Isaac Madan, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024
From musty odors to health issues caused by mold and mildew, high humidity levels in the home should be dealt with right away.
—Kamron Sanders, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2024
If so, which ones? Those who need at-home tests right away can still purchase them from pharmacies across the U.S.
The HHS advises individuals to check with local retailers and pharmacies to see where at-home tests are for sale.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 26 Sep. 2024
Chris Hemsworth knew right away that Elsa Pataky was up for an adventure.
—Jack Smart, Peoplemag, 24 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1749, in the meaning defined above
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“Right away.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/right%20away. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.
Kids Definition
right away
adverb
: without delay : immediately
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