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Meaning

as soon as ~ (almost simultaneously)

Examples

1. ベルが鳴るが早いか、生徒たちは教室を飛び出していった。 The moment the bell rang, the students dashed out of the classroom.
2. 彼は席に着くが早いか、料理を注文した。 As soon as he sat down, he ordered his food.