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immediate

/ɪˈmɪd.i.ət/ adjective · British & US
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What does immediate mean?

adjective

Happening or done immediately; not delayed or postponed. Used to describe something that is urgent or requires attention right away.

Example

"The doctor needed to see the patient immediately due to the severity of their condition."

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