shortness
- a word derived from short.
Example Sentences
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As the condition progresses, however, fatigue and shortness of breath can develop.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026
The Azteca sits more than 7,000 feet above sea level, with that kind of altitude potentially causing shortness of breath, increased heart rate, and fatigue for players who are not used to it.
From BBC ● Jun. 28, 2026
The most common symptoms are hives and gastrointestinal issues, but symptoms can progress to shortness of breath and even anaphylactic shock.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
Four to 10 days after the initial phase of the illness, another round of symptoms can develop, which include coughing, shortness of breath and possible tightness in the chest as the lungs fill with fluid.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 7, 2026
His shortness had a charitable aspect to it, as though he had given away his height.
From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides
