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short-timer

[shawrt-tahy-mer]

noun

Informal.
  1. a person, as a soldier, who has a short period of time left to serve on a tour of duty.



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Word History and Origins

Origin of short-timer1

short time + -er 1
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Example Sentences

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Or would it become just another deep-pocketed short-timer?

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It’s especially hard for a short-timer with no seniority.

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We have considered Sanders a short-timer in Boulder since the moment he accepted the job in December 2022.

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Harvick believes his team has come close to success this season and he’s still chasing victory despite his short-timer status on track.

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Gov. Gavin Newsom would have to recruit an experienced legislator willing to give up her seat to become a short-timer.

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