shorts

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And since losses from some of those shorts could be unlimited, the covering of those positions could trigger a stampede of buying, a circumstance known on Wall Street as a short squeeze.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 6, 2026

And this year's campaigns from the two main kit-makers - Adidas and Nike - mark a notable departure from previous competitions, featuring more streetwear-inspired collections than traditional matching football shorts, socks and boots.

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

She talked about her first night out with her Californian roommate and the culture shock of seeing students wearing shorts to class and their public displays of affection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The analyst believes Affirm will be able to adapt underwriting to macroeconomic and geopolitical shorts due to the short duration of its loans, which span weeks to months.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

She’d be wearing all new clothes — a T-shirt never worn until five minutes before and flip-flops and shorts with flowers on them.

From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott