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Directly

/dɪ'rektlɪ/
When something is done in a straight, clear and immediate way without any detours or intermediaries.

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Examples:

'We shall be down directly, sir,' replied Nicholas.

'Pa would loll directly.

Anne went directly to Neely's room.

Etymology:

etymology
Directly comes from the Latin word "directus," meaning straight or right, passing through the Old French word "directement."

Usage Statistics:

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