straightaway

Straightaway describes something immediate or something that extends in a straight line. (adjective)

An example of straightaway used as an adjective is the phrase "straightaway lie" which is a lie told without any hesitation.

A straightaway is a straight course or track. (noun)

An example of a straightaway is Highway 5 from northern to southern California.

Straightaway means right away or immediately. (adverb)

An example of straightaway is a child cleaning up their room right after being asked by their parent.

See straightaway in Webster's New World College Dictionary

See straightaway in American Heritage Dictionary 4

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