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
Several companies have said they would truck products from the Sandersville area and load them onto the short line, noting they want access to CSX, but opponents question whether that business will materialize.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 26, 2023
One short line was added, from Junior, a parolee who struggles to get the kind of love from his father that he received from his recently deceased mother.
From New York Times ● Jan. 10, 2023
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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