straight
Example Sentences
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She was already so poorly when she received her diagnosis at the Christie, she ended up in the critical care unit on the first night and was given chemotherapy straight away.
From BBC
If he wins the tournament, the Fulham player says he will be on the phone to his parents and sister straight away, while his extended family will be dancing.
From BBC
Technicians were still setting up spotlights among the sea of unfinished buildings as the first arrivals made their way to the "Detty December Festival", which was hosting three weeks straight of performances and concerts.
From Barron's
"That's just such an insane way to finish a tournament," said the South African after he won on extra holes for the second straight week.
From Barron's
However, the stats tell a story as their only Premier League defeat since August came against Liverpool in October and since then Villa have won six straight top-flight games.
From BBC
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