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The disease can also lower crop yields and shorten shelf life, making it a costly challenge for mushroom farms across the United States.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026

Though the government announced last month that it would shorten the work day for public sector employees to ease the electricity crisis, several parts of Caracas have begun experiencing power cuts.

From Barron's ● Sep. 12, 2026

Even if you enjoy your job, the transition from holiday to work can be hard, particularly in September as the days begin to shorten.

From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2026

The lifespan of England’s quintessential oaks, meanwhile, could dramatically shorten to 100-150 years in hotter weather compared with the current 400 years or more.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 31, 2026

You might eventually shorten it to Sandy June’s.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

Their method dramatically shortens the processing required after a restoration comes out of the printer.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026

This setup reduces Nebius’ dependence on building new grid transmissions and shortens the timeline to power its facilities, the company said.

From Barron's ● May 21, 2026

That means they will be hoping to come to an agreement with Red Bull that shortens that timeframe.

From BBC ● Apr. 21, 2026

Slicing the chicken speeds up the flavor exchange and shortens the cook time.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 6, 2026

“The king shortens no man’s shadow, though he may try,” Estraven remarked, and the cook looked satisfied.

From "The Left Hand of Darkness" by Ursula K. Le Guin

President Lee Jae Myung hailed the successful voyage, saying it "shortened the one-way sailing time by 10 days compared with the conventional route via the Suez Canal".

From Barron's ● Oct. 11, 2026

Staphylococcus aureus, often shortened to S. aureus, is particularly important in modern medicine because it can cause serious infections.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 11, 2026

A magnificent two-volume biography of Charles Darwin has been shortened into a marvel of economy.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

Time in the jailhouse for the “Mo Money Mo Problems” rapper has been shortened several times this year.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 30, 2026

Alexander, shortened to Alex, he would have greatly preferred.

From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri

One phrase highlighted in her research is "incompetent cervix" used to describe the shortening of the cervix that can increase risks of pregnancy loss and early birth.

From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026

Chronic stress linked to everyday life may leave a lasting physical mark on the heart, potentially damaging cardiovascular health and shortening lifespan.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 21, 2026

The Danish drugmaker is shortening its name to Novo, but it will take more than a lean rebrand to win back Wall Street.

From Barron's ● Sep. 14, 2026

The concession lines are shortening, the influencers have mostly gone home, and the grounds of the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026

They kept shortening up the range to get closer and closer to us.

From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers