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upon the instant

idiom
Meaning

Immediately, right away.


Examples
SIMPLE

He stood up upon the instant when he heard his name.

CONTEXTUAL

The fire alarm sounded, and everyone left the building upon the instant to stay safe.

COMPLEX

Recognizing the gravity of the situation, the diplomat acted upon the instant to prevent a total collapse of the negotiations.

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