shortening

Example Sentences

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Shortening his throwing stride would smooth his motion, making it easier for him to get the ball out quickly and consistently.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

Shortening the muscles then draws the posterior portion of the body forward.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Shortening presentations in favour of discussion brings the ECB closer into line with the practices of other central banks, including the Fed.

From Reuters • May 17, 2022

Shortening the time frame for project approvals and reducing environmental impact fees would lower building costs and be reflected in home prices, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 2021

Shortening the spread of the planes took off between 3 and 4 square feet of head-on resistance.

From Flying Machines: construction and operation; a practical book which shows, in illustrations, working plans and text, how to build and navigate the modern airship by Chanute, Octave