punctually

adverb

Definition of punctuallynext
as in promptly

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  1. promptly
  2. immediately
  3. instantly
Adverb
  • Conducting training sessions focused on compliance awareness has further helped employees recognize and address risks promptly.
    Anushree Jain, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • How the two women came together is unclear; Kirk didn’t respond to a request for comment, and when contacted, Fuller promptly hung up the phone.
    Kim Masters, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of promptly
Adverb
  • Bravo did not immediately respond to PEOPLE's request for confirmation at the time, but the network typically does not comment on casting.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Trump's lawyers, who are pushing for the case to be dismissed entirely in light of his election victory, did not immediately respond.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of immediately
Adverb
  • There’s nothing like having a standout dress or a killer pair of boots that instantly make the outfit.
    Naomi Elizée, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Trying to outline benefits and features in text seldom has the same impact as a video that instantly shows potential customers what separates your offering from competitors.
    James Bryant, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of instantly
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