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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of short-timer¹

short time + -er ¹

Example Sentences

She was the chosen successor of Rep. Sala Burton, a short-timer who took over the House seat held for decades by her late husband, Philip, and who delivered a personal benediction from her deathbed.

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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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