ASAP

¹

[ ey-sap ]

adverb

1. without delay; promptly.

A.S.A.P.

²

or a.s.a.p.

abbreviation for

1. as soon as possible.

a.s.a.p.

abbreviation for

1. as soon as possible

Word History and Origins

Origin of ASAP¹

First recorded in 1990–95; from A.S.A.P. “as soon as possible”

Example Sentences

When ‘GMA’ anchor Michael Strahan learned his daughter Isabella was diagnosed with brain cancer last year, he had ‘to figure out how to get to L.A., ASAP.’

From Los Angeles Times

“On the field, you could see it very clearly. Huge impact in the clubhouse with younger guys, his energy. So we’ll have conversations with Teo and his group ASAP.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Apologies! We’ve received similar reports and our team is currently investigating this issue. We’re working to get things resolved ASAP. In the meantime, try using: https://t.co/qxlmnIPbSj as a possible workaround!”

From Los Angeles Times

One WordPress fan even stated that “Matt Mullenweg needs to step down from WordPress.org leadership ASAP,” a sentiment that the CEO was forced to address after it was shared on the official WordPress subreddit.

From Slate

“We wanted to get them paid that ASAP,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times