short time

American  

noun

1. a period or schedule during which the number of working hours is reduced.

   The recession has put most of the manufacturing plants on short time.

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short time British  

noun

1. a system of working, usually for a temporary period, when employees are required to work and be paid for fewer than their normal hours per week due to a shortage of work

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Other Word Forms

• short-time adjective

Example Sentences

"The procedure couldn't be changed without a legal basis and proper training," said Prakash Nyaupanem, an Election Commission spokesman, adding that polls were "organised in a very short time".

From Barron's

Jackson’s is the third episode of the 10th season — the one following Eddie Murphy’s departure, but preceding the season that introduced Danitra Vance and, for a short time, Damon Wayans.

From Salon

"While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply," said Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell.

From BBC

"While Rondale had been a member of the Vikings for a short time, he was someone we came to know well and care about deeply," O'Connell said in a statement.

From Barron's

Despite having more name recognition than some of her opponents, Raman will need to raise significant funds in a short time.

From Los Angeles Times

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