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"right now" , "right away" and "now"

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Anonymous  +  471810 Sat, 02 Feb 08 12:04 PM

Dear Teachers,

I am quite confused about distinguishing "right now" , "right away" and "now", would you please give some examples for me to have a better understanding. Thanks so much!
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Ant_222  +  471845 Sat, 02 Feb 08 02:56 PM
Now = at the present moment

You're now reading this sentence.

"Right" is just a modifier that emaphasised the following word.

For example: «Do it now! I mean, right now!!» — this says even a shortest delay is not permissible.

"Right away" = Starting right form some moment, with no pause.

«Just tell me and I'll do it right away!»
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