straightaway

straight·a·way  (strt-w)

adj.

1. Extending in a straight line or course without a curve or turn.

2. Unhesitating; immediate: a straightaway denial.

n.

A straight course, stretch, or track.

adv. (strt-w)

At once; immediately.

Thesaurus

Noun	1.	straightaway - a straight segment of a roadway or racecourse straight segment, section - one of several parts or pieces that fit with others to constitute a whole object; "a section of a fishing rod"; "metal sections were used below ground"; "finished the final segment of the road" stretch - a straightaway section of a racetrack
Adj.	1.	straightaway - performed with little or no delay; "an immediate reply to my letter"; "a prompt reply"; "was quick to respond"; "a straightaway denial" prompt, quick, immediate fast - acting or moving or capable of acting or moving quickly; "fast film"; "on the fast track in school"; "set a fast pace"; "a fast car"
Adv.	1.	straightaway - without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening; "he answered immediately"; "found an answer straightaway"; "an official accused of dishonesty should be suspended forthwith"; "Come here now!" forthwith, immediately, instantly, like a shot, at once, right away, straight off, directly, now

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straightaway

adverb immediately, now, at once, directly, instantly, on the spot, right away, there and then, this minute, straightway (archaic) without more ado, without any delay