Definitions

on short notice

ADJECTIVE

early

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beforehand briefly directly immediately prematurely previous promptly quick shortly soon too soon unexpectedly

STRONG

betimes

WEAK

a bit previous ahead of time anon bright and early early bird ere long far ahead in advance in good time in the bud in time on the dot oversoon pronto proximately

Antonyms

WEAK

late later

ADVERB

early

Synonyms

STRONGEST

beforehand immediate previous quick soon

WEAK

advanced ahead of time anticipative anticipatory before the appointed time direct immature on the dot overearly oversoon preceding precipitant precocious preexistent premature prompt pronto punctual seasonable speedy unanticipated unexpected untimely with time to spare

Antonyms

WEAK

late later

Example Sentences

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London-based AG is known to draw big names for his impromptu performances, which he announces at short notice on his social media channels.

From BBC

Closures may occur with short notice on Highway 2 west of Stevens Pass, where an unstable tree from the Bolt Creek fire caused a sudden shutdown Wednesday.

From Seattle Times

EasyJet has not responded to repeated requests for comment from the BBC, but Gatwick Airport said a total of nine departure flights had been cancelled at short notice on Wednesday, with eight of those being operated by EasyJet.

From BBC

Eddy said that with such short notice on the ban, first announced by President Joko Widodo on Friday evening, there was no way exporters could rush their products out.

From Reuters

The pharmacy staff at Jackson Health System often gets short notice on how many doses are coming — sometimes as little as 24 hours.

From Seattle Times

on short notice

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