instant

Example Sentences

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A celebrity’s ties to a property would create instant buzz—and served as a sure-fire tactic for luring in a line of prospective buyers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

For decades, the Fujimori name has helped and haunted Keiko, giving her instant recognition, loyal voters and deep political networks -- but also plenty of critics.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

It’s not uncommon for a justice dissenting from a shadow-docket order to explain their reasoning, even in a way that compares the instant matters with other cases that have recently come before the court.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

A packet can lend instant backbone to a quick enchilada sauce, wake up a pan of chilaquiles or give nacho toppings a little extra swagger.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

And Chip kept darting his eyes around, like he couldn’t keep them trained on any one thing for more than an instant.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix