1
as in shortly
at or within a short time
we'll be done soon
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2
as in rather
by choice or preference
I'd sooner have a cavity filled than suffer through that opera again
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3
as in quickly
with great speed
as soon as possible
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Recent Examples of soon
Users soon discover the limitations of their laptop’s microphone and tiny speakers that make more natural conversations difficult.
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
But momentum is building for the eyesore by the Lake Michigan shore to soon disappear with a new development taking its place.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2025
Where there is smoke, there is fire and the Yankees could soon find their season up in flames.
—James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2025
But soon, Haigh discovered a quicker, more brutal way of getting rich.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025
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Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
But momentum is building for the eyesore by the Lake Michigan shore to soon disappear with a new development taking its place.
—Jim Woods, Chicago Tribune, 9 Mar. 2025
Where there is smoke, there is fire and the Yankees could soon find their season up in flames.
—James O'Connell, New York Daily News, 9 Mar. 2025
But soon, Haigh discovered a quicker, more brutal way of getting rich.
—Sean Neumann, People.com, 9 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soon
Adverb
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All eyes were on her not only because of their great work (more on that shortly, too!), but also because of her show-stopping red gown by Bronx and Banco.—
Victoria Uwumarogie,
Essence,
26 Mar. 2025
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Boston likely won't reveal its opening day roster until shortly before facing the Texas Rangers in Thursday's season opener.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Lucas Giolito, Brayan Bello, and Kutter Crawford are opening the year on the IL, a rather rough introduction for a rotation that is high on upside and low on durability.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The Packers’ top three positions of need entering the 2025 NFL Draft are rather evident.—
Matt Schneidman,
New York Times,
26 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Pour out leftover water, preferably into a nearby plant.—
Kelly Dawson,
Architectural Digest,
28 Mar. 2025
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Chicago Blackhawks – Connor Bedard is a tremendous talent, but the Hawks need a sidekick of equal skill – preferably someone bigger than Bedard’s 5-foot-10 stature – to take some heat off him.—
Steve Conroy,
Boston Herald,
20 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The alliance has more than twice the military forces of Russia, and European leaders are increasing defense spending and moving more swiftly than at any point since the end of the Cold War to ramp up weapons production.—
Josh Holder,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The first followed the Civil War, promising economic empowerment to freed slaves — promises that were swiftly broken.—
Andre Johnson Jr.,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Unfortunately, there’s a high chance that your phone number is readily available on many lists that data brokers sell to numerous search websites.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
17 Mar. 2025
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Some plants germinate readily outdoors, but still need protection from critters, and diligent attention to watering and weeding.—
Erica Browne Grivas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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Catch up quick: Heinzinger joined X in December to help oversee the company's media strategy.—
Axios,
Axios,
21 Mar. 2025
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With ranked choice voting, everyone is heard, money is saved, and results come much quicker.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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The money was first directed toward coronavirus testing, vaccinations, and addressing health disparities in vulnerable populations.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Mar. 2025
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The unicorn left first, but was delayed helping a lost child.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Adverb
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This happens when water in front of the tire builds up faster than the vehicle's weight can push water out of the way.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Mar. 2025
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Drying too fast or too slow can affect how the paint adheres and compromise its longevity, resulting in premature failure.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Soon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soon. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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