instant

Example Sentences

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A celebrity’s ties to a property would create instant buzz—and served as a sure-fire tactic for luring in a line of prospective buyers.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

For decades, the Fujimori name has helped and haunted Keiko, giving her instant recognition, loyal voters and deep political networks -- but also plenty of critics.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

It’s not uncommon for a justice dissenting from a shadow-docket order to explain their reasoning, even in a way that compares the instant matters with other cases that have recently come before the court.

From Slate • Jun. 2, 2026

Sometimes his online documents don't save and his instant messages don't send, he says.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

When at last Father closed the big volume, she, Willem, and Betsie were on their feet in an instant and snatching up their hats.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom