Definition of Shortly
soon or in a short time
Examples of Shortly in a sentence
I will meet with each of you shortly, so you won’t be waiting on me for very long. 🔊
Shortly after the announcement, Sarah and Jim discussed the news that was just announced. 🔊
He quickly got dressed shortly after he was notified about the event taking place in five minutes. 🔊
Shortly after the winter weather advisory, it began to sleet, ice, hail, and snow. 🔊
The toddler ran to her parents’ bed shortly after hearing the booming thunder sound. 🔊
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