as in immediately
without delay
showed leadership by reacting instantly to the crisis
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as in when
just at the moment that
we realized there would be problems instantly we saw the final report
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Recent Examples of instantly
Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
TikTok Users React The TikTok video instantly became a hit among viewers, bringing in over 1.9 million likes and 4,481 comments.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
For many the closure represents an end — even if a temporary one — to a number of the Hongs’ instantly recognizable dishes.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Lean into sculptural stilettos or go for subtle kitten heels—either will elongate your frame and instantly elevate your entire outfit.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 16 Apr. 2025
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Minutes later, the bombs inside the vehicle detonated, instantly crumbling the entire north side of the nine-story building and killing over 150 people.
—Alex Gurley, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
TikTok Users React The TikTok video instantly became a hit among viewers, bringing in over 1.9 million likes and 4,481 comments.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
For many the closure represents an end — even if a temporary one — to a number of the Hongs’ instantly recognizable dishes.
—Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2025
Lean into sculptural stilettos or go for subtle kitten heels—either will elongate your frame and instantly elevate your entire outfit.
—Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for instantly
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These models are not immediately replacing user-facing interfaces like ChatGPT but are positioned as tools for developers building applications and services.—
Janakiram MSV,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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China is under pressure to negotiate a deal whether the tariffs take effect immediately or in three months, Ackman said in a post on X.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2025
Adverb
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Several lawsuits claimed the drugstore chain failed to protect its customers and did not notify them of the incident promptly.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
18 Apr. 2025
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If the government doesn't reimburse them promptly, the inspectors worry about having to pay the steep bills themselves.—
Sydney Lupkin,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
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Reese was an outspoken supporter of Van Lith throughout her season at TCU and now the WNBA All-Star will look to form a productive pick-and-roll combo with Van Lith in Chicago.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2025
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Billionaire Trump backer: Wait 90 days before bringing 'hammer down' on China Billionaire investor Bill Ackman, a Trump supporter now at odds with the president over tariffs, called April 13 for a three-month pause on China.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2025
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Over the past few years, the women have rarely spoken directly to one another on social media, but there have been a few references that fight fans could take as under-the-radar jabs from both sides.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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The skit also directly poked fun at Wood’s teeth, which later prompted SNL cast member Sarah Sherman, who portrayed Wood, to send Wood flowers and an apology.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Instantly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instantly. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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