shortly

After a short time.

• The bus will arrive shortly.
• She called shortly after lunch.
• We should hear the results shortly.

Similar words: soon

Common phrases: arrive shortly, shortly after, shortly before

In a way that sounds annoyed and unfriendly.

• “Leave me alone,” he said shortly.
• She answered shortly and closed the door.
• He replied more shortly than he intended.

Similar words: curtly, sharply

Common phrases: reply shortly, say shortly, answer shortly

Using only a few words.

• He stated his purpose shortly.
• The idea can be expressed more shortly in verse.
• She described the journey shortly, leaving out most details.

Similar words: briefly, concisely

Common phrases: express something shortly, state something shortly