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
  • And then there's North Beach, a secluded, scenic 1,000-foot stretch along the Caribbean just a short walk from the main resort area.
    Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Most canines can go on walks if the temperature doesn't fall below 32 degrees Fahrenheit, but those with shorter coats will be more sensitive, according to the website Dogster.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of short
Adjective
  • In fact, for the most part, there is precious little history among opponents in each of the four games.
    Tom Layberger, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
  • There was a woeful miss that afternoon which was clearly the product of a forward who has had little meaningful opportunity of late and who had far too much time to think about what to do when one-on-one with Bart Verbruggen.
    Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of little
Adjective
  • After debuting some serious acting chops in 2016’s Mr. Robot, Joey Bada$$ took a brief hiatus from music in 2019 to explore that outlet.
    Mackenzie Cummings-Grady, Billboard, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Already a fan favorite, the song—widely believed to be inspired by her brief relationship with Jake Gylenhaal—was re-released as a 10-minute epic in 2021, alongside a short film, starring Sadie Sink and Dylan O’Brien, directed by Swift herself.
    Lolita Mang, Vogue, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of brief
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shorting

shortish

short-lived

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