get short

Frequency: 7.560.2 per million words

Used to describe the process of something not lasting a long time or not having enough of what is needed.

shortVERB + short

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Examples (10)

  • The days are getting short as winter approaches.
  • Our team was one player short in the championship game.
  • We're getting short of time to complete the project.
  • He had a short temper and often got angry quickly.
  • The company is getting short of funds due to unexpected expenses.
  • She found her patience getting short with his constant complaints.
  • They were getting short of supplies for the expedition.
  • The meeting felt like it was getting short and to the point.
  • With the holidays approaching, many people are getting short on sleep.
  • The supply chain issues meant they were getting short of essential components.