direct vs directly

Direct describes a path or connection without stops, while directly describes the timing or the exactness of an action.

without intermediate steps or stops

We took a direct flight to London to avoid a long layover.

immediately or in an exact position

Please come to my office directly after the meeting finishes.

Watch out

Is there a directly train from Madrid to Seville?

Is there a direct train from Madrid to Seville?
I will call you direct when I arrive at the station.

I will call you directly when I arrive at the station.

Remember Direct is the route; directly is the clock.

Quick check

Fill the gap with one of the two options.

1.
The manager prefers communication instead of sending messages through an assistant.
2.
The pharmacy is located across the street from the hospital.