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English to English adverb
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with little or no delay |  | Example: the rescue squad arrived promptly
come here, quick!
source: wordnet30
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in a punctual manner | | Example: he did his homework promptly
source: wordnet30
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at once (usually modifies an undesirable occurrence) | | Example: he promptly forgot the address
source: wordnet30
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In a prompt manner. | | source: webster1913
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