straight away

See also: straightaway

English

Alternative forms

• straightaway

Pronunciation

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Adverb

straight away

1. (idiomatic) Very soon; quickly; immediately.

   This item is urgent, so please start on it straight away.

Synonyms

• at once
• forthwith
• immediately
• instantly
• now, right now
• right away
• tout de suite
• without delay

Translations

very soon; immediately — see right away