short

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During high tide it can be accessed by boat, but during low tide a short walk is required across tidal sands to the mainland.

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USA's Nathan Chen holds the men's single records, with the highest points in the short, free and combined events.

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However, short track speed skating requires the ice to be thinner and colder.

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The midfielder started the following game against Brighton in the FA Cup and has kept his place for all four matches of Michael Carrick's short reign.

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While solar cannot be relied on throughout the year – for example on short, dull winter days - it can complement wind power, particularly during the summer months when wind speeds tend to be lower.

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