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soon; in a moment; before long; shortly
nearby; close
direct
spot transaction; cash transaction
「直」 has other readings with different meanings.
もう直に会議が始まりますので準備を。
The meeting will start very soon.
彼は直に到着するでしょうから待っていて。
He will arrive shortly.
直に分かることですから心配しないで。
You'll understand soon enough.