shortest

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Although the octopuses did not always choose the shortest path, they became faster at reaching the correct location as the trials progressed.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

After New York forward OG Anunoby missed a 3-pointer, the 6-foot-2 Brunson—the shortest player on the court—scrambled for the rebound, launched himself through bodies and tapped it to a teammate, securing a crucial extra possession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

Consider Wednesday’s outing: it was Ohtani’s shortest start of the season, five innings and 88 pitches of what Roberts and Ohtani agreed was a “grind.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Greenland is on the shortest route for missiles between Russia and the United States.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

Of course he was already a nervous wreck from being the shortest kid around, and you knew it wasn’t going to calm him down to have people holler, “Here, Fido!” or “Here, Spot!” at him.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson