cut short
idiom
: to end (something) earlier than expected
We had to cut our vacation short.
The speech was cut short.
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Jonathan Fielding's life was cut short earlier this year, but thanks to a journal, his journey never has to end.
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Danielle Jennings, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
Aaaaand, of course, the celebration has already been cut short thanks to a frustrating mix of homophobia, misogynoir, and book purists.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 18 June 2024
Schneider's controversial set — cut short by organizers — prompted an apology from the foundation.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 7 June 2024
However, his season was cut short after just four plays due to an Achilles tear.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 14 May 2024
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Danielle Jennings, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
Aaaaand, of course, the celebration has already been cut short thanks to a frustrating mix of homophobia, misogynoir, and book purists.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 18 June 2024
Schneider's controversial set — cut short by organizers — prompted an apology from the foundation.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 7 June 2024
However, his season was cut short after just four plays due to an Achilles tear.
—Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 14 May 2024
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“Cut short.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cut%20short. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.
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