immediately
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/ɪˈmiːdiətli/
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/ɪˈmiːdiətli/
right away, without waiting
When the alarm rang, they immediately left the building.
very close in place or time
The events immediately before the storm were calm.
directly and closely
Help was given immediately to those most affected.
as soon as something happens
Immediately she arrived, the meeting started.