ASAP
1 Americanadverb
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Etymology
Origin of ASAP
First recorded in 1990–95; from A.S.A.P. “as soon as possible”
Example Sentences
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Sunny side up and fried eggs are also excellent options for when you’re running low on time and need some extra protein ASAP.
From Salon • Jun. 13, 2026
This can be an especially tough situation if you need a car ASAP, because it’s impossible to increase your credit score 100 points overnight.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026
The judge wasn’t amused and said that any video recordings made by such devices needed to be deleted ASAP.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026
"We'll do everything possible to announce the new dates ASAP."
From BBC • Feb. 2, 2026
Mr. Shephard says he’ll scan it to Mrs. Priest ASAP.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
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