Presently [adverb]

Definition of Presently:

in a short while

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Sentence/Example of Presently:

Take it at once, and tell her I shall be up to see her presently.

She withdrew, and presently came back with a note which she despatched to Mauburn.

Presently Percival found himself again at the bottom of the shaft.

Presently he was lifted and carried by strong arms up a creaking stairs.

Presently she raised her eyes and saw him leaning out of the window.

But presently a man was sent out of the car at the point of Clune's revolver.

She went to put on her hat and cloak, and presently they were in the street.

All started at speed to meet her, but presently Mrs. Raymount sank on the grass.

She came over to him presently, standing beside him, saying nothing.

He knew the voice, sent his eyes looking and presently found her who called him.