straightaway

[streyt-uh-wey]

straightaway Definition

• 1. immediately; without delay
• 2. a straight section of a racetrack, especially in speed racing

Using straightaway: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "straightaway" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I'll be there straightaway.

• Example

  He ran straightaway to the finish line.

• Example

  The car raced down the straightaway at over 200 miles per hour.

straightaway Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for straightaway

• immediately
• instantly
• promptly
• directly
• quickly

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Summary: straightaway in Brief

'Straightaway' [streyt-uh-wey] means 'immediately' or 'without delay'. It can also refer to a straight section of a racetrack, especially in speed racing. Examples of its use include 'I'll be there straightaway' and 'The car raced down the straightaway at over 200 miles per hour.'