short run

noun

: a relatively brief period of time
—often used in the phrase in the short run
short-run
ˈshȯrt-ˌrən How to pronounce short run (audio)
adjective

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On the field, prospects were doing short runs forward and backward, known as W drills. — Dan Greene, New Yorker, 18 May 2026 Another short run and another jump. — Ralph Tuttle, Outdoor Life, 25 June 2026 Ford has lost a little of its income shine; a short run of annual special dividends ended this year. — Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026 The brand recommends these for functional strength training, including lifting, jumping and short runs or sprints. — Claire Peltier, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for short run

Word History

First Known Use

1879, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of short run was in 1879

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“Short run.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/short%20run. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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