shorten

Example Sentences

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This narrowing intensifies when viewing distance is shortened or when overly strong negative lenses are worn.

From Science Daily

Carvana has been trying to widen its supply of available cars for sale, while speeding up delivery times to customers and shortening shipping distances.

From MarketWatch

The stock is currently riding a five week winning streak and added nearly 1% on Tuesday to kick off the holiday shortened week.

From Barron's

Chapman said her husband would agree to come only if they shortened their trip.

From Los Angeles Times

"Romito 2," a young person with notably shortened limbs who was once believed to be male, rested in the arms of "Romito 1," thought to be an adult female.

From Science Daily