Example Sentences

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But by staying open, theaters are not just acting shortsightedly.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 11, 2020

How could anyone so shortsightedly deprive him of that moment?

From Slate • Jun. 7, 2019

A scathing investigation by State Auditor Elaine Howle in November faulted the project for poor contract management, failure to review contractor invoices, shortsightedly rushing into construction and an over-reliance on costly outside consultants.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2018

The only action that Facebook will ever recognize is the only one that its users are shortsightedly unwilling to take: that is, quitting altogether.

From The Guardian • Dec. 11, 2012

“Harry Potter, I am simply delighted!” said Worple, peering shortsightedly up into Harry’s face.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling