in short
Example Sentences
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Companies working on AI are hungry for more computing power, which is in short supply relative to the demands of the industry.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
King Charles III said the temporary transfer was a "a precious symbol of trust at a time when trust seems sadly to be in short supply between nations".
From Barron's ● Sep. 10, 2026
American travelers in Europe have been posting TikTok and Instagram videos about Sarti all summer, but it’s been in short supply in the States.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 9, 2026
The meow, in short, is meant for us.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
There was such terrific noise following Paganini’s show that at first no one noticed the persistent banging on the ceiling, dull thuds that came in short spurts before starting again.
From "The Vanderbeekers of 141st Street" by Karina Yan Glaser
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