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as in instantaneous
done or occurring without any noticeable lapse in time
felt immediate relief after taking the painkiller
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as in swift
done, carried out, or given without delay
immediate treatment saved the victim of the massive heart attack
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as in near
not being distant in time, space, or significance
for the victims of the terrorist attack, the incident is as immediate as yesterday's news
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as in current
existing or in progress right now
we need to solve the immediate problems before working on the more long-term ones
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Recent Examples of immediate
The vertical ribbed detailing makes an immediate impression, and your choice of over 20 fabrics will give it even more of a one-of-a-kind look.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Perhaps Trump wanted to save off his most devastating salvos — the EU and Mexico were, in 2024, the top-two largest trade partners of the U.S. — for when the markets were closed, hence avoiding any immediate backlash from traders.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 14 July 2025
Trump got a political boost in the immediate aftermath of Butler, which came shortly after a disastrous debate for then-President Joe Biden, which helped force the Democratic incumbent – then 81 years old – out of the race.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 July 2025
In April 2021, Rodriguez-Kennedy said his immediate supervisor told him to take advantage of his position as chair of the county Democratic Party to ensure a favorable outcome for a pending motion.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2025
Perhaps Trump wanted to save off his most devastating salvos — the EU and Mexico were, in 2024, the top-two largest trade partners of the U.S. — for when the markets were closed, hence avoiding any immediate backlash from traders.
—Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 14 July 2025
Trump got a political boost in the immediate aftermath of Butler, which came shortly after a disastrous debate for then-President Joe Biden, which helped force the Democratic incumbent – then 81 years old – out of the race.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 14 July 2025
In April 2021, Rodriguez-Kennedy said his immediate supervisor told him to take advantage of his position as chair of the county Democratic Party to ensure a favorable outcome for a pending motion.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediate
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Collapsible legs fold out, creating an instantaneous cooking platform (no need to find a picnic table or flat-ish rock), and burners blast 30,000 BTUs each for searing and sizzling.—
Drew Zieff,
Outside Online,
8 July 2025
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Looking Forward Implementing continuous learning isn’t an instantaneous choice.—
Prasanna Parthasarathy,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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For starters: The Heat returned to what essentially is their primary summer lineup, with Ware back after being held out of Tuesday’s finale of the California Classic.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Now Vest has 15 saves and has blossomed into the Tigers’ primary ninth-inning option.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
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The internet, never one to wait for context, responded with swift certainty, and social feeds lit up with familiar refrains: Hill was late again.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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The decision was met by swift condemnation and a legal challenge from San Francisco International Airport officials and its legal team which argued the new name would confuse travelers and was a copyright infringement.—
Sierra Lopez,
Mercury News,
10 July 2025
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Lists in hand and kids in tow, parents flock to their nearest Staples or Walmart or Target looking to grab those notebooks, binders and colored pencils that line the list.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
12 July 2025
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The nearest one is probably 10 kilometers upstream, then another about 20 kilometers and the furthest around 40.—
Michael Sullivan,
NPR,
12 July 2025
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In its current form, the restaurant offers a five-course tasting menu for the rough equivalent of $82 with the option of an even more affordable three-course meal for about $59.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
12 July 2025
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Technical Defenses: Publishers must invest in organically evolving detection systems that can identify current manipulation techniques and evolve to counter new ones.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
12 July 2025
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Edge computing is enabling healthcare providers to make instant, life-saving diagnoses at the point of care.—
Massimo Peselli,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Both the city and the county continue testing ballyhooed artificial intelligence software to offer instant corrections to initial permit applications, with activation scheduled for this month.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 July 2025
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Avoid sun exposure: Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
11 July 2025
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Exposure to direct sunlight can cause fading, while fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels may lead to mold growth, warping, or discoloration.—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 July 2025
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Mentors provide pattern recognition, network amplification, confidence calibration, timely feedback, and more.—
David Henkin,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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The timely project received a $2,500 cash award and $2,500 in-kind consultation award for a project in development from Masna3.—
Essie Assibu,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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“Immediate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediate. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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