directly (B1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /daɪˈrɛktli/
Definition
In a straight line or without turning; without any intermediate steps or intermediaries; without delay or hesitation.
Examples
The road goes directly to the coast.
Please send the report directly to the manager.
He answered the question directly.
How to Use directly
- directly to (prepositional phrase)
- In the direction of a particular place or person, without stopping or changing course. — "The train goes directly to London."
- directly from (prepositional phrase)
- Originating from a particular source without any intermediate steps. — "This wine comes directly from the vineyard."
- directly at (prepositional phrase)
- Facing or aimed towards a particular point or person. — "He stared directly at the camera."
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