short time (A1)

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ʃɔːrt taɪm/

Definition

A brief period of duration.

Examples

• They only stayed for a short time before heading to their next destination.

• I need to finish this report in a short time, so I must focus.

• Even a short time spent reading each day can significantly improve your vocabulary.

How to Use short time

in a short time (prepositional phrase)

Within a brief period. — "The project was completed in a remarkably short time."

for a short time (prepositional phrase)

During a brief period. — "She worked at the company for a short time before moving abroad."

Synonyms of short time

Words with a similar meaning to short time:

• brief period
• moment
• while
• spell

Antonyms of short time

Words with the opposite meaning to short time:

• long time
• eternity

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