as in immediately
without delay
shipped the package promptly so that it would arrive on time
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Recent Examples of promptly
Those at high risk should consider additional preventative measures, including using refrigerator thermometers, consuming ready-to-eat foods promptly, and avoiding high-risk foods such as unpasteurized cheeses and smoked seafood unless heated.
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Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
The same club that traded Rafael Devers to the Giants in mid-June, then promptly went 16-9 (including a 10-game win streak going into the break), was also among baseball’s unluckiest in the first half.
—Neil Paine, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Freeman doubled with one out in the fourth inning then was promptly doubled off when Will Smith hit a line drive right at third baseman Caleb Durbin.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
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Anna Commander, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025
The same club that traded Rafael Devers to the Giants in mid-June, then promptly went 16-9 (including a 10-game win streak going into the break), was also among baseball’s unluckiest in the first half.
—Neil Paine, New York Times, 22 July 2025
Freeman doubled with one out in the fourth inning then was promptly doubled off when Will Smith hit a line drive right at third baseman Caleb Durbin.
—Bill Plunkett, Oc Register, 19 July 2025
If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for promptly
Adverb
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Homicide Unit detectives are investigating the shooting, and a police spokesperson did not immediately describe details or announce an arrest.—
Emerson Clarridge,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 July 2025
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The profit boost tokens can immediately be used for bets up to $25 on other fights.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 July 2025
Adverb
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And while those cocktails usually have rum, how perfectly tiki for a gin cocktail to show up wearing a rum cocktail’s clothes, and to be instantly accepted by the community, and raised as one of their own.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
26 July 2025
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For many of us, the smell or taste of a specific recipe can instantly transport us back in time.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 July 2025
Adverb
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The plant species now stretches about 4,000 square feet, helping absorb water and keep the building cool with an assist from sun-reflecting membrane laid underneath.—
Violet Ikonomova,
Freep.com,
21 July 2025
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Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more!—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
20 July 2025
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“Promptly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/promptly. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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