shortening

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And keep in mind that retailers’ return policies aren’t as generous as they once were, with many stores now charging a fee and shortening the amount of time shoppers have to send items back.

From MarketWatch

As the set went on, Tyler started shortening each song, limiting himself to only a verse or a chorus to pack in more hits: “Earfquake,” “Wusyaname,” “See You Again.”

From Los Angeles Times

They claimed the FDA mischaracterized Unilever's product as a "spray" instead of butter, margarine, oil or shortening, which have larger serving sizes under FDA regulations.

From Reuters

As a child she was already experimenting with fashion, cutting up her bedsheets to make clothes and shortening the gingham dresses she wore to school.

From Washington Post

“You could tell he was really focused on shortening up his swing, and that’s exactly what he did. So good signs there.”

From Seattle Times