prom
ptly
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in a manner that has little to no delay
- She responded to the email promptly.
- The package arrived promptly after ordering it online.
- Please submit your assignment promptly to avoid any late penalties.
- The company addressed customer complaints promptly to maintain satisfaction.
- He promptly apologized for his mistake as soon as he realized it.
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at exactly a specified or arranged time
- The meeting will begin promptly at 9 a.m.
- She arrived promptly at the scheduled time.
- The train departed promptly at noon.
- He submitted his assignment promptly at the deadline.
- The store opens promptly at 8 a.m. every day.
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immediately, often with a hint of disapproval when something follows quickly after another action
- He promptly ignored the warning and continued with his reckless behavior.
- The manager promptly dismissed the complaint without even considering it.
- She promptly left the party after the argument started.
- The phone rang promptly after I hung up with my friend.
- He promptly forgot about the promise he had made earlier.
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