short-haul

[shawrt hawl] / ˈʃɔrt ˈhɔl /

ADJECTIVE

short-lived

Synonyms

STRONGEST

brief ephemeral fleeting momentary short-term temporary transitory

WEAK

deciduous evanescent fly-by-night fugacious fugitive gone in a heartbeat impermanent of short duration over in a heartbeat passing quick short short-run transient

Antonyms

STRONGEST

enduring lasting lengthy long long-lived permanent perpetual

WEAK

ethereal

Example Sentences

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Now it is looking to expand the use of these vehicles for more short-haul trips to more locations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

"A European rail system needs simple bookings, reliable connections, and clear rights for passengers. Only then will rail become a genuine European alternative to short-haul flights."

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday that it will end its complimentary snack and beverage service on short-haul flights starting May 19.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

Both airlines “have witnessed sizable increases in short-haul fare growth over the past few weeks,” UBS said in the Tuesday note.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026

Much of the short-haul freight is carried on the highways by motor trucks.

From 'Return Loads' to Increase Transport Resources by Avoiding Waste of Empty Vehicle Running. by United States. Council of National Defense. Highway Transport Committee

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