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
The Sikh Federation UK released a statement following the verdicts, saying: "Henry's life has tragically been cut short by a moment of madness by an individual for which there can be no excuses."
From BBC • May 28, 2026
After his career at Dartmouth was cut short, Ben Rice was desperate to find a place to play.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 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
He cut short my profuse apologies with a magnanimous wave of his hand, and went back over to his and Mme.
From "Nine Stories" by J. D. Salinger
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