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shortly in German

shortly in German is bald — shortly means soon, or after a brief time.

shortly in German

bald
adv

What does "shortly" mean?

  1. adverb Soon, or after a brief time.
    "The doctor will see you shortly."
  2. adverb In an abrupt or curt manner.
    ""No," he said shortly, and walked off."
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shortly in a sentence

  • The doctor will see you shortly.
  • She arrived shortly after the meeting began.
  • "No," he said shortly, and walked off.
  • "I haven't got time," she replied shortly, turning back to her screen.

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What is "shortly" in German?
"shortly" in German is bald. shortly means: Soon, or after a brief time.
How do you use "shortly" in a sentence?
Example: "The doctor will see you shortly." In German, "shortly" is bald.
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