prompt
/pɹɑm(p)t/ adjective B2- Quick; acting without delay. · He was very prompt at getting a new job.· a prompt response
- On time; punctual. · Be prompt for your appointment.
- Front: closest or nearest, in futures trading.
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He had hurried back to the house, followed within a few minutes by the police sergeant, who arrived at the scene of the crime a little after twelve o’clock, after taking prompt steps to warn the county authorities that something serious was afoot.
The Monkeys were as prompt as ever, and in a few moments the entire band stood before her.
But I must be prompt over this matter.”
Anne read the note, kissed the bookmark, and dispatched a prompt reply back to the other side of the school.
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