prompt delivery

Meanings

1. 1phrasefixed phrasebusiness

   The act of sending goods or services quickly and without delay.

   Grammar: Used as a noun phrase; often with 'ensure', 'guarantee', or 'offer'.

   Patterns

   • ensure prompt delivery
   • guarantee prompt delivery
   • prompt delivery of something

   The company promises prompt delivery of all online orders.

   We ensure prompt delivery so customers receive their items within two days.

   Prompt delivery is essential for customer satisfaction.

2. 2phrasefixed phrasebusinessformal

   The quality of being quick and without delay in providing something, such as a service or message.

   Grammar: Used as a noun phrase; often with 'expect' or 'appreciate'.

   Patterns

   • appreciate prompt delivery
   • expect prompt delivery
   • prompt delivery of information

   We appreciate your prompt delivery of the report.

   The manager expects prompt delivery of all assignments.

   Prompt delivery of medical supplies can save lives.

Common combinations

prompt delivery service

The prompt delivery service ensures packages arrive next day.

guarantee prompt delivery

We guarantee prompt delivery or your money back.

prompt delivery of goods

Prompt delivery of goods is important for our reputation.

ensure prompt delivery

Please ensure prompt delivery to avoid late fees.

Synonyms and how they differ

fast delivery

More informal and focuses on speed; 'prompt delivery' emphasizes being on time and without delay.

timely delivery

Similar but often used for meeting a deadline; 'prompt' suggests immediate action.

Opposites

Word family

promptly adverb

In a quick and timely manner.

promptness noun

The quality of being quick and without delay.

deliver verb

To take goods or letters to a place.

Commonly confused: prompt delivery or prompt?

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