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instantaneous

[in-stuhn-tey-nee-uhs] / ˌɪn stənˈteɪ ni əs /


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Subscribers to the paid service are supposed to get almost instantaneous access to Trump's messages on the Truth Social platform -- crucial seconds ahead of the general public.

From Barron's Aug. 12, 2026

Asked to define the magic of their chemistry, Edwards said it was not instantaneous.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 4, 2026

The backlash was nearly instantaneous, and spread like wildfire across subreddits, Instagram, Facebook, even LinkedIn.

From Slate Jun. 15, 2026

This marks the first time scientists have directly measured the instantaneous energy of black hole jets rather than relying on long-term averages.

From Science Daily Apr. 18, 2026

Mrs. Coulter had hardly time to understand that almost instantaneous sequence of light and sound before the battle was under way.

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman




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