straightaway

• Descreve algo imediato ou feito sem demora; também é usado como advérbio, significando 'imediatamente'.

Describes something that is immediate or done without delay; also used as an adverb meaning 'at once'.

1. Immediate or without delayB1informal

   Performed or occurring with little or no delay; immediate.

   Imediato

   • We need a straightaway decision on this matter.
   • The straightaway response from the team was impressive.
   • He gave a straightaway answer to the question.

   Sinônimosdirectexpeditiousimmediateinstantinstantaneouspromptquickspeedyswiftunhesitating

   Antônimosdelayed

• Advérbio que significa 'imediatamente' ou 'sem demora'. Indica que uma ação deve ser realizada logo, sem hesitação ou espera.

An adverb meaning 'immediately' or 'without delay.' It is used to indicate that an action should be done at once, without any hesitation or waiting.

1. ImmediatelyB1informal

   Without any delay; instantly.

   Imediatamente

   • She called him straightaway after hearing the news.
   • Please come straightaway; it's urgent.
   • He recognized the problem and fixed it straightaway.

   Sinônimosforthwithimmediatelyinstantlynowprontoright awaystraight off

• Trecho reto de uma estrada, pista ou circuito de corrida, sem curvas nem desvios.

A noun referring to a straight section of a road, track, or racecourse, typically without curves or bends.

1. Straight section of a track or roadB2formal

   A straight segment of a roadway or racecourse, especially where vehicles can accelerate.

   Reta

   • The car sped down the straightaway at over 200 miles per hour.
   • The race ended on the final straightaway.
   • Drivers often overtake on the long straightaway.

   Sinônimosstraightstretch