soon
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in a short time from now
- The bus will arrive at the station soon.
- The flowers will bloom soon in the spring.
- The movie will start soon, so grab some popcorn.
- The sun will set soon, and the stars will appear.
- Finish your homework, and soon you can join us for dinner.
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used to show a choice or willingness between two options
- I'd just as soon stay indoors on a rainy day.
- She would just as soon forget the whole incident.
- He'd as soon take the blame himself than let his friend suffer.
- I'd as soon walk than wait for a late bus.
- They would as soon leave town as deal with the scandal.
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quickly or without delay
- Please return my call as soon as you get this message.
- The problem was solved soon after it was reported.
- He replied soon, eager to clear up the misunderstanding.
- How soon can you complete the project?
- They evacuated soon before the situation worsened.
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instantly or at once
- He obeyed soon, without questioning the order.
- The gates opened soon upon their arrival.
- The decree was issued, and soon did the messengers depart.
- The knight, upon hearing the call, drew his sword soon.
- Soon came the herald, bearing grave tidings.