in short
Example Sentences
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A ban would likely target diesel, which has come in short supply globally—and it probably would be short-lived so as to avoid important disruptions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 17, 2026
The meow, in short, is meant for us.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
SpaceX’s artificial-intelligence division is growing quickly, giving it a big advantage as a key resource remains in short supply, according to an analyst.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026
"He was, in short, a good egg and class act."
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
Abuela fed me the prayer in short phrases that echoed the rhythm I’d heard when Papi led novenas and when she clicked her beads at night before bed.
From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago
