shorten
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"However, given the nature of the matter, the EFL will ask the independent disciplinary commission to shorten the response period and to list a hearing at the earliest opportunity."
From BBC • May 8, 2026
There was a machinery working to shorten his punishment.
From Salon • Apr. 21, 2026
Policymakers this week cited the impact of rising oil costs because of the Iran war, as countries have had to shorten workweeks, ration cooking fuel and find ways to subsidize the costs for their consumers.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
The use of robots like Carri could shorten response times on orders and free up delivery drivers to take on more jobs.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
‘For tonight we go to the woods on the hills above Woodhall. It is some miles, but you shall have rest at the end of it, and it will shorten your journey tomorrow.’
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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