in short

phrase

: by way of summary : briefly

Examples of in short in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But in short order, the Marine Corps and Navy made similar determinations in the cases of other families. — Brianna Keilar, CNN Money, 30 Oct. 2026

With more homes on the market and buyers in short supply, a seller who refuses to follow the market will have a very difficult time selling the house. — Gary Singer, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026

Our digital world, in short, has changed for good—and a whole lot of work lies ahead. — Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2026

Further, as Iranian proxies wither and die on the vine, peace will be given an opportunity to establish roots in a region where peace is always in short supply. — Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 29 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in short

• abort
• airport
• alport
• athwart
• carport
• comport
• consort
• deport
• disport
• distort
• escort
• exhort