shortly

[ shawrt-lee ]

adverb

1. in a short time; soon.
2. briefly; concisely.
3. curtly; rudely.

shortly

/ ˈʃɔːtlɪ /

adverb

1. in a short time; soon
2. in a few words; briefly
3. in a curt or rude manner

Word History and Origins

Origin of shortly¹

First recorded before 900; Middle English schortly, Old English scortlīce; short, -ly

Example Sentences

Adding to the documentary-style realism, the film weaves in actual footage from the ABC broadcast that day, to which Mason helped secure the rights shortly before filming began.

From Los Angeles Times

However, when our crew arrived, a Logan Paul lookalike turned up in the YouTuber’s place, shortly followed by a crowd shouting abuse about the BBC.

From BBC

Officials would not reveal the actual total but said the results of the scheme would be published "shortly".

From BBC

Mr Gigantiello’s administrative powers had been revoked last November shortly after the criticism of Carpenter’s video.

From BBC

Miss Senior's partner was arrested shortly afterwards, but faced no further action.

From BBC

Related Words

• quickly
• soon