short line
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of short line
First recorded in 1850–55
Example Sentences
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That could possibly entice investors into thinking they should join the short line back to the tech-led bull market.
From Barron's • Nov. 17, 2025
A short line and Sean O'Brien powers his way under the posts.
From BBC • Apr. 5, 2024
As we neared the front of Revolution 360’s short line, Luke helpfully stopped reading off statistics about amusement park deaths and switched to optimistic statements such as, “It should be fine.”
From Seattle Times • Sep. 14, 2023
“You’ll see the second baseman way over, but you can’t go out and get that short line drive to right,” Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona said.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2022
They exited Cathair through the North Gate, passing a short line of travelers waiting to be admitted into the city.
From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo
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