as in immediately
without delay
I told her straight off that I was not going to do that
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Recent Examples of straight off
Culinary Tips: Probably the easiest way to eat pineapple is straight off the core.
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Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2024
The look is straight off the runway from Dior, though the designer paired the original look with matching yellow tartan shorts instead of Swift’s solid black swap.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Chloé’s platform clogs come straight off the catwalk, while more approachable (and some might even say more walkable) options from Ancient Greek Sandals, Re/Done, and Golden Goose are just as good.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2024
The gold medalist’s flowing locks, complete with his long swimmer’s torso and bedroom eyes, are straight off a romance novel cover.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 9 Aug. 2024
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Brittany Lubeck, Ms, Rdn, Verywell Health, 26 Sep. 2024
The look is straight off the runway from Dior, though the designer paired the original look with matching yellow tartan shorts instead of Swift’s solid black swap.
—Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 3 Sep. 2019
Chloé’s platform clogs come straight off the catwalk, while more approachable (and some might even say more walkable) options from Ancient Greek Sandals, Re/Done, and Golden Goose are just as good.
—Laura Jackson, Vogue, 15 Aug. 2024
The gold medalist’s flowing locks, complete with his long swimmer’s torso and bedroom eyes, are straight off a romance novel cover.
—Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 9 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for straight off
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The Trump transition team didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment.Allison Morrow, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
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Thinking of potential loci of conflict, the Southern Hemisphere immediately appears a safer bet, with no countries on that side of the globe possessing nuclear weapons.Steven Desmyter, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Given that guarantee, many who promptly got their hands on the book where surprised to see Kelce’s performance was nowhere to be found in its 256 pages.Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 30 Nov. 2024
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Mark Longo and Daniela Bittner filed a notice of claim against the state after their pets were taken by the New York Department of Environmental Conservation on Oct. 30 and promptly killed.Heather Hunter, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 30 Nov. 2024
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This cleanser leaves an instantly fresh, dewy look after one use.Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
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Hawaiian Tropic Mineral Skin Nourishing Milk Sunscreen SPF 50 $16 $12 at Amazon This Hawaiian Tropic sunscreen will instantly transport you to the beach thanks to its subtle but deliciously tropical scents.Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024
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The continental size is 2 inches wider and 7 liters bigger than the international version (but both are on sale now).Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024
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Social media platform enrollment now hinges on age verification processes powered by age assurance technologies like device-level age verification or alternative age assurance methods.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
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Between 1975 and 2019, Thailand directly and indirectly exported almost 35,000 animals or their products from Madagascar, according to the report.Chris Lau and Kocha Olarn, CNN, 30 Nov. 2024
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Opponents said the disabled and elderly were at risk of being coerced, directly or indirectly, to end their lives to save money or relieve the burden on family members.BRIAN MELLEY AND PAN PYLAS THE ASSOCIATED PRESS, arkansasonline.com, 30 Nov. 2024
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In 1986, Superman's arm ripped right off mid-parade after getting tangled in a tree, as captured in this video.Kate Hogan, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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The boldness starts up front with the vehicle’s shark-like front fascia and carries over to an ultra-aggressive aero package that includes a hood scoop, a copious amount of giant air intakes, and rear wings that come right off the rear fenders.Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 19 Nov. 2024
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The title is largely honorary, and may not come right away for Moreno.David Sivak, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
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Once microwaved or heated, eat the leftovers right away.Food Drink Life, Twin Cities, 28 Nov. 2024
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By 1974, Motown had moved to Los Angeles and was once again exploring other opportunities, right as country was having a moment thanks to crossover hits by Charlie Rich and country-by-association stars John Denver and Olivia Newton-John.David Browne, Rolling Stone, 8 Dec. 2024
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The 29-year-old could be inserted right into the middle of the Giants' lineup, .Matt Musico, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Straight off.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straight%20off. Accessed 11 Dec. 2024.
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