as in shortens
to make less in extent or duration
had to abbreviate his vacation in France in order to travel to Oslo to receive the Nobel Prize
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Recent Examples of abbreviates
That’s a tactic city financers used on several other bond projects as well, said Molly Scarbrough, a deputy program manager for the Denver GO Bond Program, which abbreviates general obligation bond.
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Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 28 Sep. 2025
Elliott Wenzler, Denver Post, 28 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abbreviates
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The platform’s integration of Makera CAM and machine control shortens the operational path, while its mobile-friendly UI ensures smooth operation from anywhere.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
16 Oct. 2025
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Whether arriving early shortens my wait depends on when others choose to arrive, and if all tourists follow the same internet advice and arrive an hour early, the lines at opening may be the longest of the day.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Abbreviates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abbreviates. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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