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as soon as

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Used other than figuratively or idiomatically: see as, soon.

Other meanings

2. conjunction

At the moment when; immediately (after); instantly; directly.

3. conjunction

Used to indicate that the first action mentioned is as likely as, or is preferred to, the second action mentioned.

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