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What does "before long" mean? What can be the synonym for this?

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Rebecca

"Before long" means in the near future; that something will be happening soon. Synonyms for this phrase would be soon, shortly, promptly, or instantaneously. Ex: If she keeps eating this way, before long she will become overweight. Ex: Before long, the house will be nice and tidy. Ex: I know she's mad now but before long she will get over it.

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