instant

Example Sentences

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The proposed budget met instant pushback from lawmakers.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Anderson joined the Pirates on deadline day in the February and made an instant impact, coming off the bench to win a point-saving penalty in the 1-1 draw at Sutton on his debut.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The Varsity Spirit post included a tribute video that featured an audio clip of Webb discussing the instant he realized just how much of an impact his efforts had on the sport.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

"A lot of things happened in an instant," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

He was so surprised that he dropped, ducked, for part of an instant, then rose—almost like a rock skipping on the trail—and continued running.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen