cut short

Example Sentences

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At the time, the surge proved temporary, ultimately cut short by rising inflation and interest rates.

From Barron's • May 29, 2026

Ekitike made the biggest impact of the new signings until his season was cut short in April when he ruptured his Achilles tendon.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

The British guard played for the Oregon Ducks during the 2019-2020 season before it was cut short by the COVID-19 pandemic.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Her teeth had fallen out when she returned and, after having her hair shaved or cut short after deportation, she never grew her hair out again.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

It was the first time we’d had contact in over two months, since our phone call he’d cut short to hang out with Pete.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas