straightaway

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straightaway Definition

• (n) a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
• (r) without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening; "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!"
• (s) performed with little or no delay; "an immediate reply to my letter"; "prompt obedience"; "was quick to respond"; "a straightaway denial"

straightaway Synonyms

• at once
• directly
• forthwith
• immediate
• immediately
• in real time
• instantly
• like a shot
• now
• prompt
• quick
• right away
• straight
• straight off
• straightaway