as in immediately
without delay
shipped the package promptly so that it would arrive on time
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Recent Examples of promptly
Justin Bieber unfollows Hailey Bieber on Instagram, then promptly refollows her that same morning.
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2025
The Yankees debuted the bats with a select few hitters and promptly slugged nine home runs in a 20-run performance against the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
Former teammate Chris Martin intentionally walked him, putting runners on the corners with two outs, then promptly struck out Wong to end the rally attempt.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 30 Mar. 2025
The plaintiffs’ attorneys said that the changes are expected to improve the chances that workers will promptly learn of negative decisions, understand their implications, and challenge them if necessary.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2025
The Yankees debuted the bats with a select few hitters and promptly slugged nine home runs in a 20-run performance against the Milwaukee Brewers.
—Ron Estes, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2025
Former teammate Chris Martin intentionally walked him, putting runners on the corners with two outs, then promptly struck out Wong to end the rally attempt.
—Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 30 Mar. 2025
The plaintiffs’ attorneys said that the changes are expected to improve the chances that workers will promptly learn of negative decisions, understand their implications, and challenge them if necessary.
—Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 28 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promptly
Adverb
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Attorney information for the man wasn’t immediately available.—
Tanasia Kenney,
Miami Herald,
3 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
Adverb
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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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The country now relies on an International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout. Bangladesh, also home to a major garment industry, faces 37% tariffs on its exports to the US, a move expected to strain its economy.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
4 Apr. 2025
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Tickets for Good Night, and Good Luck are now on sale.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Promptly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promptly. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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