not immediately
Example Sentences
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Requests for comment Thursday from the White House and Canada’s Prime Minister’s Office were not immediately returned.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
And that was far from the first time an election was not immediately called, as the 2000 election between Democrat Al Gore and Republican George W. Bush took nearly two months to be decided.
From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026
It was not immediately clear if the driver was arrested.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
It was not immediately clear whether the aircraft had developed a mechanical or any other technical problem, or had been downed by Iranian fire.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
“Oh! I beg your pardon, sir. I did not immediately recollect. Undoubtedly if you wish it, I will endeavour to persuade them both.”
From "Emma" by Jane Austen
