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immediately
immediately
Adverb
This term conveys a sense of urgency and zero latency, suggesting that no time or distance exists between two events or positions. It is frequently used in professional or emergency contexts to demand prompt action, carrying a stronger imperative than words like soon or shortly.
When used spatially, it describes a relationship of direct adjacency. In this sense, it indicates that there are no intervening objects or barriers between two points, creating a feeling of absolute proximity.
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