straightaway

Noun
  1. A straight segment of a roadway or racecourse (synset 104338264)
    is a type of: section, segment - one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object
    subtypes: stretch - a straightaway section of a racetrack
    same as: straight
Adverb
  1. Without delay or hesitation;
    With no time intervening (synset 400049277)
    "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!"
    same as: at once, directly, forthwith, immediately, instantly, like a shot, now, right away, straight off
Adjective
  1. Performed with little or no delay (synset 300981945)
    "an immediate reply to my letter"; "a prompt reply"; "was quick to respond"; "a straightaway denial"
    similar to: fast - acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly
    same as: immediate, prompt, quick

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