as in shortens
to make less in extent or duration
some of the quotations from the movie had to be truncated to fit on tie-in products
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The platform’s integration of Makera CAM and machine control shortens the operational path, while its mobile-friendly UI ensures smooth operation from anywhere.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
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Whether arriving early shortens my wait depends on when others choose to arrive, and if all tourists follow the same internet advice and arrive an hour early, the lines at opening may be the longest of the day.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Truncates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/truncates. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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