shorten
Example Sentences
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These inherited conditions affect the shape and function of red blood cells, often causing severe pain, organ damage, and shortened life expectancy.
From Science Daily
"That means you could group draining tasks together, shorten meetings or schedule demanding work at times when energy is naturally higher."
From BBC
"Our results suggest that the health benefits observed in earlier studies were likely due to unintended calorie reduction, rather than the shortened eating period itself," explains Ramich.
From Science Daily
Rain is forecast for Sunday's first day, possibly shortening the Test and limiting the impact spin could have.
From BBC
Susie Wiles, the White House chief of staff, and others have urged cabinet members to shorten their presentations, according to administration officials.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
