in short

Example Sentences

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The RSI has fallen from above the overbought 70 level into the 30s in short order.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

But assistance for these individuals is in short supply.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Existing Nvidia chips, such as the flagship GeForce RTX 5090, are in short supply and can go for more than double the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $1,999.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

Better still, it boasted something in short supply: a satisfying ending.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

“I am what you have made me. Take all the praise, take all the blame; take all the success, take all the failure; in short, take me.”

From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens