shorthand

Example Sentences

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News channel YTN lavished praise on Kang's "heartfelt message to Korea", referring to the movie by its affectionate shorthand "Kedehun", a combination of the title's first three syllables.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

CD11 is shorthand for Council District 11, which is represented by Park.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2026

Disney’s initial skepticism and the scene’s sheer impact on food both beg the question: How did one of the messiest foods imaginable become shorthand for romance?

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

To this day, a 1,000-point swing by the Dow is still shorthand for a big day in the market—at least among investing veterans.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 8, 2026

Add that to the charges against him,” Major Metcalf directed the corporal who could take shorthand.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller