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Idioms

Also, short for. As an abbreviation. For example, Richard prefers to be called Dick for short, or The Fed is short for the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

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Known as Fish’s Number 7, or the titular Fish 7 for short, it is constructed by similarly unfathomable gargantuan ideas.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

They used lattice calculations for short and medium distances between the cells while incorporating highly reliable experimental measurements for larger distances where existing data already agreed strongly.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

However, some open up opportunities offering good risk/reward for short sales, or at least for taking some money off the table.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

“I like to come to New York for short periods for work, but my life is really based out there these days.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Law students had started arriving for short term internships, which provided us with additional legal assistance and critically needed investigative help.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

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