Definition of Straightaway

Noun

  • a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse

Adjective

  • performed with little or no delay
    "an immediate reply to my letter"
    "a prompt reply"
    "was quick to respond"
    "a straightaway denial"

Adverb

  • without delay or hesitation
    with no time intervening
    "he answered immediately"
    "found an answer straightaway"
    "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"
    "Come here now!"
    - straight off - right away - at once - like a shot
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Word games points for the Straightaway

  • Scrabble® score of the straightaway (22)
  • Word Chums® score of the straightaway (23)
  • Words With Friends® score of the straightaway (21)

Unscramble straightaway

577 unscramble word found using the letters straightaway.
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