Synonyms of before long

before long

adverb

as in shortly

at or within a short time

the painters ought to be done before long

Synonyms & Similar Words

• shortly
• soon
• by and by
• momentarily
• now
• right off
• right away
• immediately
• right now
• presently
• directly
• promptly
• anon
• instantly
• straightaway
• forthwith
• instantaneously
• incontinently
• straightway
• pronto

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of before long

But before long, it will be measured by whether AI helps the organization make smarter decisions and consistently produce better outcomes. — Ganesh Shankar, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026

However, Bell could be back before long, whether on the practice squad or the active roster, after playing 14 games for Seattle last season. — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026

The average price of a new car could, before long, jump to $60,000 and beyond. — Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 19 Aug. 2026

However, the bats that the Padres drafted last month have already begun to make their professional debuts in full-season ball and second-round shortstop Elliot Lascelles could join the Storm before long. — Jeff Sanders, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026