short time

noun

British
: a work schedule in which an employee works fewer hours than usual
The company hasn't laid anyone off, but a number of employees have been put on short time.

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They were located by Oakbrook Terrace police a short time later and taken into custody, but eventually released without charges. — Lauren Victory, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 The suspects fled the area but were spotted by responding officers a short time later. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026 In his short time as president, Peñalver has taken opportunities to interact with the student body, helping freshmen move into dorm rooms and riding the university shuttle. — Sophia Solano, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026 These changes usually develop gradually during treatment and can continue for a short time after radiation ends. — ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for short time

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“Short time.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short%20time. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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