1
as in straight
in a direct line or course
we went directly to the site without stopping to pick up extra supplies
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2
as in openly
in an honest and direct manner
the instructor deals with her art students very directly, always telling them the plain truth
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3
as in accurately
in the same words
quoted directly from the encyclopedia
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4
as in immediately
without delay
in case of a medical emergency, do not try to contact your doctor but instead go directly to the hospital
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as in shortly
at or within a short time
dinner should be ready directly
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Recent Examples of directly
That selloff directly affected the retirement savings and other investments of a majority of U.S. consumers.
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Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
The song’s unexpected rise in the U.K. can seemingly be traced directly to one sync placement.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Sow the seeds directly in a container filled with well-draining soil.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
As a business owner, fostering an environment that promotes positivity, whether through workplace culture, networking, or personal mindset, can directly impact financial decision-making and success.
—Shane Enete, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Maria Aspan, NPR, 4 Apr. 2025
The song’s unexpected rise in the U.K. can seemingly be traced directly to one sync placement.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Sow the seeds directly in a container filled with well-draining soil.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 4 Apr. 2025
As a business owner, fostering an environment that promotes positivity, whether through workplace culture, networking, or personal mindset, can directly impact financial decision-making and success.
—Shane Enete, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for directly
Adverb
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Winners of 27 straight when leading at halftime, Florida (33-4) rode a second-half surge ending with six Gators in double-figures, led by Will Richard with 15.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Mar. 2025
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Four straight free throws by Queen gave them a 28-27 lead — their first since that 2-0 opening — and two more lifted them to a 30-27 difference that would be their largest of the opening frame.—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Mar. 2025
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Alex brings classroom concepts into a real business setting, helping her supervisors build a valuation model that accurately estimates the startup’s net worth.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Liberal children tended to recall more accurately the ratio of desirable and undesirable traits in the characters of the story; their memories possessed greater fidelity to the story as it was originally told.—
Matt Richtel,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2025
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As expected, fans immediately jumped in, speculating about which Rising sign Pascal might have.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The department did not immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Alexander Tin,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2025
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Temperatures at Kansas City International Airport dipped to 36 degrees shortly before 6 a.m.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2025
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Poway Deputy Fire Chief Chuy Ramirez said Poway Fire Department got a call from San Diego police shortly before noon seeking their assistance.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Apr. 2025
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Abbot finds Robby standing in the same spot, right by the edge.—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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One of the clearest portions of the scan is Titanic's enormous boiler rooms right at the rear bow section where the ship snapped in half.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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The more compelling question is how sincerely Serena and Joseph believe that their incubator town is the real future of their country and not just a one-off marketing gimmick.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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At a time when many organizations are scaling back, the leaders who choose to scale up confidence—strategically, visibly, and sincerely—will be the ones best positioned to navigate whatever comes next.. Follow me on Twitter or LinkedIn.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Morgentaler says there are different ideas about what exactly is too low and what treatment, if any, men should get.—
Sharyl Attkisson,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2025
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Pattern beauty products, like this shampoo, offer exactly what natural-going girls need, says Brittany Gharring, a professional hairstylist and makeup artist.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
4 Apr. 2025
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Whether buying something online, splitting a bill or sending money across borders, people expect their money to move instantly.—
Marc Sacal,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Should the Spurs need to hire a full-time coach to replace Gregg Popovich, who missed most of this season due to a stroke, Jenkins would instantly become a top candidate, league sources said.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Directly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/directly. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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