1. (adj) straightaway, straight
a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse
2. (adverb) immediate, prompt, quick, straightaway
performed with little or no delay
"an immediate reply to my letter"; "a prompt reply"; "was quick to respond"; "a straightaway denial"
3. (adverb) immediately, instantly, straightaway, straight off, directly, now, right away, at once, forthwith, like a shot
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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