Immediate

usgb/ɪˈmiːdiət/
adjective

Happening or done without delay.

We took immediate action to stop the flooding.
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Often appears as...

  • immediate action
  • immediate response
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Urgent Situations

Use 'immediate' to show that an action or event happens right away, especially in emergencies.

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Call for immediate assistance!
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No Interruption

'Immediate' implies no pause between 'now' and 'next', signifying continuous action or process.

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She gave an immediate reply.
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