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
Afterward we headed to Philippe’s, where we were blessed with not only perfect parking but a short line to get French dip sandwiches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 16, 2022
There was a short line, but it moved quickly, and soon they were inside.
From "George" by Alex Gino
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