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One of football betting’s favourite abbreviations and the concept is refreshingly uncomplicated.
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Look for the following abbreviations in plant catalogs and on labels when selecting varieties.
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“Shortenings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shortenings. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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