short time

Example Sentences

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Reiner was originally represented by celebrity attorney Alan Jackson, who left the case a short time later.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Platner for a short time attended The Hotchkiss School, a boarding school in Connecticut, but says he was soon kicked out for failing to attend class.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Having played just 81 minutes, it doesn't feel fair to rate the Italian's season - although in that short time he looked impressively commanding.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

But he, in his short time at the agency, really came to see its importance, and he liked the way the suit felt.

From Slate • May 21, 2026

And I’m certain I’ve said other not-so-kind things about Somewhere and Fairbank in the short time we’ve been friends.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller