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Definition soon in American English

soon adverb

adverb
/sun/
1

within a short time from now

Example

If we don't leave soon, we're going to miss our bus.

Example

Mom called and said she'd be home soon.

Example

If he doesn't show up pretty soon, I'm leaving.

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1.1

after a short amount of time

Example

Danny supposedly showed up at the party soon after we left.

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Example

How soon can this package be delivered to New York?

Example

Helen wants you to call her back as soon as possible.

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Definition soon in American English