in short

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: by way of summary : briefly

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Madsen rates highest in midrange throws (93) and is not far behind in short-range (90) and deep throws (87). — Shaun Goodwin june 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 June 2026 Clinician reports and data from pharmacist trade groups suggest oral progesterone may be in short supply. — Cathy Nelson, Health, 1 July 2026 Most likely to step up During his rookie campaign, Gordon was used mostly in short-yardage situations, which made his role easier to predict. — Tyler M. Carmona, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026 These include monetary policy, supply constraints, and investor psychology, all of which can play a significant role in short-term price movements. — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for in short

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