instant

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He asked that people “reflect on their instant comments of disgust” and “offer some forgiveness and hope to him as I have decided to do,” Benn said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

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

Friday’s underplay — the first of two instant sell-outs at the Fonda — came as McCartney is drumming up interest in a new studio album he’ll release in May.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2026

In an instant, the molecules surrounding the spark burst into flame.

From "Meltdown" by Deirdre Langeland