Thesaurus results for BEFORE LONG

before long

adverb

Definition of before long next

as in shortly

at or within a short time the painters ought to be done before long

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Recent Examples of before long The buttons can feel a bit same-y, but you get used to the positioning before long. —

New Atlas, 19 Apr. 2026 Creatine works best when taken consistently over time and is not intended for immediate use before long endurance workouts. —

Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 15 Apr. 2026 The landings were perfect, enabling the Navy to get the astronauts on their feet and, before long, into the ship’s large hospital for medical exams. —

Gary Robbins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026 Protein, fats, and fiber are key to keeping you full, so a meal low on those vital nutrients could leave you feeling peckish before long. —

Caroline Tien, SELF, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for before long

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Adverb

The stone was found in mid-April, shortly after the country’s traditional New Year celebrations.

— Sophia Compton, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
The suspect, whose name was not released in line with Dutch privacy regulations, was arrested shortly after the attack.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 May 2026