right away

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right away

Come here right away!

Definition

Adverb 1. Immediately; without any delay: Used to indicate that an action should happen or did happen at that very moment, with no intervening time. 2. At once; instantly: Emphasizes the promptness and directness of an action's commencement.

Usage
  • Modifying an action: Typically placed after the verb or at the end of a sentence to emphasize immediacy. It can also be used at the beginning for strong emphasis.
  • Context: Often used in imperative commands or urgent statements. It is common in both spoken and written English.
Examples
  • In statements:
    • I knew right away that something was wrong.
    • She called the doctor right away after feeling the pain.
  • In commands:
    • Stop that right away!
    • Please send the report right away.
Advanced Usage
  • "right away" vs. "immediately": While often interchangeable, "right away" is generally considered slightly more informal and is very common in American English.
  • Position for emphasis: Placing "right away" at the beginning of a sentence adds strong urgency.
    • Right away, I started looking for my keys.
Variants and Related Words
  • Straightaway (adverb): A synonym meaning immediately, without delay. (e.g., )
  • Forthwith (adverb): A more formal synonym, often used in official or legal contexts. (e.g., )
  • Promptly (adverb): Suggests action taken with alacrity and at the appointed or proper time. (e.g., )
Synonyms
  • Immediately
  • Instantly
  • At once
  • Straight off
  • Without delay
Antonyms
  • Later
  • Eventually
  • After a while
  • In due course
Related Phrases
  • Right this minute: An even more emphatic phrase demanding instant action.
    • I want you home right this minute!
  • Without further ado: A phrase meaning without any more delay, often used to introduce something promptly.
    • Without further ado, let's begin the presentation.
right away

Come here right away!

Adverb
  1. at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence)
    • he promptly forgot the address
  2. 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!

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