as soon as

conjunction

: immediately at or shortly after the time that

call as soon as you get there

Synonyms of as soon as

• when
• once
• immediately

Examples of as soon as in a Sentence

let us know as soon as you get the news from the hospital

Recent Examples on the Web

If the judges rule in favor of the families, the case could proceed to trial as soon as next year and would open the door for the families to pursue more evidence that could cast light on the Kingdom's role in the attacks. — ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026

The Texas Secretary of State's office recommends that voters return their mail ballot as soon as possible. — Digital Producer, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026

There’s no way of knowing for sure, since the camera pulls back and the dialogue fades out as soon as Ted broaches the topic. — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026

Rain, breezy winds and coastal flooding will start to ramp up as soon as Friday morning at the coast. — Briana Waxman, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for as soon as

• has
• jazz
• topaz
• whereas

Kids Definition

as soon as

conjunction

: immediately at or just after the time that

left as soon as the meeting was over