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Promptly (Adverb)

Meaning 1

At once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence); "he promptly forgot the address".

Examples

  • She promptly spilled coffee all over her new white shirt.
  • The company promptly laid off hundreds of employees after the merger.
  • He promptly forgot the phone number as soon as he hung up.
  • The machine promptly broke down after only a few uses.
  • The fire alarm promptly went off as soon as the toast started burning.

Synonyms

  • Right Away

Meaning 2

In a punctual manner; "he did his homework promptly".

Synonyms

  • Readily
  • Pronto

Related Words

  • Prompt (adjective)

Meaning 3

With little or no delay; "the rescue squad arrived promptly"; "come here, quick!".

Examples

  • She answered promptly to the job advertisement as soon as she saw it online.
  • The delivery driver arrived promptly at the customer's doorstep with the package.
  • The teacher asked the students to settle down promptly so the lesson could begin.
  • After the fire alarm sounded, everyone evacuated the building promptly and safely.
  • When her phone rang, she picked it up promptly, expecting an important call from her boss.

Synonyms

  • Quick
  • Quickly

Related Words

  • Prompt (adjective)
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