1
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
Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024
The optimal racing line is a balance of long arcing curves and as much straightaway as possible for accelerating to top speed.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2024
San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2019
The idea was to design algorithms that would recognize interesting phenomena encountered in the rover's surroundings during traverses and either notify the science team on Earth asking for instructions or examine those phenomena straightaway.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 16 July 2018
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Adjective
With Cease out of the game in the third, the Dodgers added two more on Will Smith’s home run, a blast to straightaway center that snapped his streak of nine hitless at-bats to start the series.
—Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024
The optimal racing line is a balance of long arcing curves and as much straightaway as possible for accelerating to top speed.
—Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2024
Adverb
Obviously, people always want to see results straightaway but that’s not how things work.
—San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2019
The idea was to design algorithms that would recognize interesting phenomena encountered in the rover's surroundings during traverses and either notify the science team on Earth asking for instructions or examine those phenomena straightaway.
—Jacek Krywko, Ars Technica, 16 July 2018
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straightaway
Adjective
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Bringing all 900 units online simultaneously would create a visible and immediate difference — restoring dignity to countless lives, while clearing subway cars, streets and church steps.—
Jody Rudin,
New York Daily News,
18 Jan. 2025
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The most immediate challenge facing Republicans is whittling down their list and working with the White House to determine which rules Trump can undo with executive orders.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
18 Jan. 2025
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The news media landscape is in transition as fewer people watch linear TV and more consume their news on streaming services and through social media.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
22 Jan. 2025
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The show, which premiered in 1990 and has since grown a cult audience, embraced many of linear television’s conventions while simultaneously defying them as often as possible.—
Emma Stefansky,
The Atlantic,
22 Jan. 2025
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President Donald Trump has been accused of raising prescription drug prices for seniors by immediately rescinding former President Joe Biden's executive order to lower costs after beginning his second term on Monday.—
Kristen Waggoner,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
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Musk didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
22 Jan. 2025
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The date mechanism is particularly noteworthy for its instantaneous jump at midnight.—
Bhanu Chopra,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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The permit allowed for 406 colony-forming units per 100 milliliters or less as the instantaneous maximum.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
18 Jan. 2025
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In both cases, the infection can be spread by direct contact with infected persons or by contact with contaminated objects.—
Daryl Austin,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
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Photo : Legendary Productions The both the kitchen and the living room have direct terrace access.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
23 Jan. 2025
Adverb
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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
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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
Adjective
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Advanced technologies like these can quickly process large amounts of data, identify unusual patterns and provide instant insights by automating the detection of suspicious transactions.—
Indranil Debnath,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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Others are the result of what could be thought of as a little instant comeuppance.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
23 Jan. 2025
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English surged into the lead Friday with three straight birdies to close his third-round 66, capitalizing on the mildest day of weather to make his move at the gorgeous coastal course.—
Greg Beacham,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
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For the third straight game (and 12th time this season), the Aztecs attempted fewer free throws than their opponent.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Straightaway.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straightaway. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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