truncated
adjective
trun·cat·ed
ˈtrəŋ-ˌkā-təd 
ˈtrən-
1
a
: cut short : curtailed
a truncated schedule
b
: lacking an expected or normal element (such as a syllable) at the beginning or end : catalectic
2
: having the apex replaced by a plane section and especially by one parallel to the base
a truncated cone
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Shivani Vora, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025
As Immanuel adjusted to a truncated timeline, Rolling Hills hired investment consultants to market the property to other potential buyers.
—Liam Adams, The Tennessean, 19 Aug. 2024
In this instance, Saka’s contribution was all the more impressive given his truncated pre-season.
—James McNicholas, The Athletic, 17 Aug. 2024
The silvery-gray fish is huge and flat with a tiny mouth, big eyes and a truncated tail.
—Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY, 6 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for truncated
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“Truncated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/truncated. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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