in short

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: by way of summary : briefly

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As promised, his all comes out in the form of deliriously relentless rock ‘n’ roll, released in short, cathartic bursts. Chris Willman, Variety, 11 July 2026 But the solution is likewise complex; children who are read to are more likely to show improved literacy overtime but for many working class parents and families, time is in short supply. Caroline Reilly, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Trump, deluded by the walkover in Venezuela, thought Iran would surrender in short order. Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026 At the same time, the specialists best positioned to catch and treat bone loss are in short supply. Matthew T. Drake, Fortune, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in short

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“In short.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20short. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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