1
as in quickly
with great speed
if they don't arrive pronto, we'll have to go to the movie without them
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2
as in immediately
without delay
the kind of boss who wants everything pronto
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Recent Examples of pronto
Activists who want the waste moved, pronto, have been worrying as storms eat away the dirt road leading to the surfing beach at San Onofre.
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Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2024
The Eagles need Jalen Hurts back pronto.
—Ben Volin, BostonGlobe.com, 2 Jan. 2023
Teri Sforza, Orange County Register, 8 Feb. 2024
The Eagles need Jalen Hurts back pronto.
—Ben Volin, BostonGlobe.com, 2 Jan. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pronto
Adverb
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All of this said, Monday’s moves did not immediately turn the Patriots into a playoff team.—
Chad Graff,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
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Almost immediately, his critics—including many fellow-Republicans—began to call him on his lies and cruelties, and to fact-check his evidence.—
Beverly Gage,
The New Yorker,
10 Mar. 2025
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The trio of decision makers answered the former Seattle Seahawk’s trade request, and then Pittsburgh promptly extended the two-time Pro Bowler with a handsome new five-year, $150 million contract.—
Mike DeFabo,
The Athletic,
14 Mar. 2025
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Follow evacuation orders: When local authorities issue an evacuation order, promptly comply.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Orange County Register,
13 Mar. 2025
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Japanese actor Koki is swiftly building an international profile that spans continents and genres, from dual roles in a Japanese horror film to sword fighting in 18th-century Britain.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Mar. 2025
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Countermeasures swiftly came through from the U.S.′ trading partners.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Of course, the star of the show is definitely the formula, which claims to instantly reduce the appearance of shadows and pores to even out the skin tone—all the while promising a streak-free application and buildable coverage.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
16 Mar. 2025
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Once placed, DraftKings will instantly send you six (6) bonus bets worth $25 apiece.—
Mark Davis,
Newsweek,
16 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Deputies arrived at the temple around 9:13 a.m. and soon notified Chino Hills Code Enforcement, whose officers are tasked with maintaining the appearance and safety of property in the city.—
Jasmine Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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The question, which figures to be answered very soon: What happens at quarterback?—
Jeff Howe,
The Athletic,
10 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Bowser said Trump administration job cuts in the nation’s capital is now her primary concern.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
11 Mar. 2025
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The 49ers’ top two safeties are now Ji’Ayir Brown and Malik Mustapha.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
11 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The Shift is a regular feature to catch up quick on what's happening in Arkansas' economy and entrepreneurial ecosystem.—
Worth Sparkman,
Axios,
12 Mar. 2025
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New technology such as genetic sequencing of environmental DNA and real-time imaging is making the identification of new marine species quicker and easier, but scientists still rely on collecting physical specimens for confirmation, which can be slow work, Taylor said.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN,
11 Mar. 2025
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Many of those affected likely worked in areas directly related to the processing of federal student aid applications.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
13 Mar. 2025
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What To Know While a solar eclipse involves the moon passing between the sun and the Earth, casting a shadow across our planet, a lunar eclipse involves the Earth passing directly between the moon and the sun.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Pronto.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pronto. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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