Chinese
jǐn
Meaning: to the greatest possible extent; as much or as early as possible; within a limit
Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

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Example

請儘早回覆,以免耽誤申請。
请尽早回复,以免耽误申请。
Please reply as soon as possible so the application is not delayed.

Usage Notes

Usually appears before another word, as in expressions meaning as early, as much, or as far as possible. In Traditional Chinese this form is common for that adverbial sense.

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