shortening

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"AI transforms a 'needle-in-a-haystack' search into a data-driven selection process, drastically shortening the timeframe between diagnosis and vaccine construction," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

“Investors are shortening up, staying safe and waiting for clarity,” said Matt Wrzesniewsky, head of fixed-income client-portfolio management at Vanguard.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

This provided clear evidence of acromesomelic dysplasia, Maroteaux type -- a very rare inherited disorder characterized by severe short stature and significant shortening of the limbs.

From Science Daily • Feb. 17, 2026

The report also raised concerns about shortening the first meeting Universal Credit claimants have with a work coach from 50 to 30 minutes.

From BBC • Jan. 8, 2026

“But aren’t you shortening her life by giving her so much?”

From "Brave New World" by Aldous Huxley