shortening

Example Sentences

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While shortening attention spans may be to blame for the shift in literature, Huehls argues that some writers are intentionally engaging with it.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

During Matt Amodio’s 38-game streak, many fans chafed over his method of shortening “What is…?” to “What’s…?” even when the response involved a person.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

"AI transforms a 'needle-in-a-haystack' search into a data-driven selection process, drastically shortening the timeframe between diagnosis and vaccine construction," he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

First, particularly pertinent to current concerns, is thar “creative destruction operates more rapidly,” shortening the time a company may remain large and competitive enough to stay in the S&P 500.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 2, 2026

"She is fine," she said, shortening her leash and laying the shopping bag down on the floor.

From "The View From Saturday" by E.L. Konigsburg