directly

/dɪˈɹɛk(t).li/adv
High School
1

In a direct manner; in a straight line or course.

2

In a straightforward way; without anything intervening; not by secondary but by direct means.

3

Plainly, without circumlocution or ambiguity; absolutely; in express terms.

4

Exactly; just; at the shortest possible distance.

5

Straightforwardly; honestly.

6

Immediately.

7

Soon; next; in due time; as soon as it becomes convenient.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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