How to Use "Immediate" with Example Sentences

immediate (adj): happening instantly; nearest in time, place or relationship

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Used with verbs:

"The effect of the treatment was immediate."
(be: was/were, seemed)

"The funeral is for the immediate family members."
(be: is/am/are)

"The situation requires immediate action."
(requires, calls for, needs)

"She suffered immediate heartbreak over the loss."
(suffered, experienced)

Used with adverbs:

"The response to her urgent request was almost immediate."
(almost)

Used with nouns:

"He gained immediate acceptance to the club."
(acceptance, access)

"The situation calls for immediate action."
(action, attention, assistance, help)

"There was an immediate danger in the area."
(danger, threat)

"Her behavior resulted in an immediate dismissal."
(dismissal, suspension, expulsion, removal, replacement, resignation)

"He experienced immediate relief."
(relief, improvements, success)