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Recent Examples of shorthand
In his Fortune op-ed, Ready used our name as shorthand for an era when technology outpaced ethics—when access was prioritized over compensation, and creators got left behind.
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John Acunto, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
So that kind of shorthand and dialogue has been really healthy for us.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 21 Jan. 2026
Egg prices — often used as shorthand for inflation — remain a focal point when tracking food costs.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
The joke spawned a Spanish comedy film, countless TikTok videos, and a cultural shorthand for a phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down.
—Matthew Kayser, Ascend Agency, 16 Jan. 2026
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John Acunto, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026
So that kind of shorthand and dialogue has been really healthy for us.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 21 Jan. 2026
Egg prices — often used as shorthand for inflation — remain a focal point when tracking food costs.
—Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
The joke spawned a Spanish comedy film, countless TikTok videos, and a cultural shorthand for a phenomenon that shows no signs of slowing down.
—Matthew Kayser, Ascend Agency, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shorthand
Noun
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The first year focuses on learning stenography theory.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
People.com,
18 May 2025
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Over 25 months, the cost of professional services/fees for the Carolina Blue matter topped $500,000, according to documents obtained by The Athletic. Invoices in the Carolina Blue matter listed an additional $120,000 for court reporting, which is generally a reference to stenography services.—
Brendan Marks,
The Athletic,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Angie worked in the Justice Building under Attorney General Robert Kennedy and did steno and typing.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
18 Dec. 2025
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This novel following three women getting into the Manhattan steno pool has the career girl front and center.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
10 Dec. 2025
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“Shorthand.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shorthand. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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