in short

Example Sentences

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Dunk and Egg’s odd couple adventures provide six too-brief episodes of respite and hope at a time when both are in short supply.

From Salon • Jun. 20, 2026

With the Three Lions being one off the most in-demand teams, resale tickets for the group games were in short supply - and they come at greatly inflated prices.

From BBC • Jun. 16, 2026

But assistance for these individuals is in short supply.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

With gas in short supply, baking and cooking at home becomes an issue as well, Abu Ahmed Wafi, a 42-year-old displaced with his family in south Gaza, told AFP.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

Even though he was still sucking in short, desperate breaths, a little grin came on his face.

From "We Were Here" by Matt De La Peña