shortish

adjective

Definition of shortishnext
as in short

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for shortish
  1. short
  2. little
  3. brief
Adjective
  • Colors with shorter wavelengths, such as blues and violets, scatter more easily than colors with longer wavelengths, which include red and orange.
    John Tufts, The Courier-Journal, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Arizona is short thousands of mental health care professionals.
    Joanna Allhands, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of short
Adjective
  • This comfy pair of undies gets bonus points for its buttery-smooth material, picot trim, and little rosette detail.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Tracking Trump's picks to serve in his Cabinet, administration But beyond tactics, Democrats lamented a reputation as elitist, inside-the-beltway experts with little knowledge or interest in what average Americans feel is important for the country.
    Tal Axelrod, ABC News, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of little
Adjective
  • After a brief impression of Judy, Paris offered some insight into one of the girls’ foremost comedic influences growing up.
    Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 18 Nov. 2024
  • In brief bursts Friday night at Ball Arena, a rowdy crowd told Valeri Nichushkin all is forgiven.
    Troy Renck, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
Definition of brief
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shorting

shortish

short-lived

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“Shortish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shortish. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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