In short

adverb

To make a long story, explanation or process simple and quick.

The party was a bit wild, people were dancing everywhere, someone broke a lamp and the police eventually showed up – in short, it was chaos.
Visual representation of "in short" - To make a long story, explanation or process simple and quick

Often appears as...

  • in short
  • it was
adverb

Used to introduce a statement or explanation that is concise or to the point.

In short, the project was a success.
Visual representation of "in short" - Used to introduce a statement or explanation that is concise or to the point

Often appears as...

  • in short
  • we
adverb

To make a long story, explanation or process simple and quick.

The party was a bit wild, people were dancing everywhere, someone broke a lamp and the police eventually showed up – in short, it was chaos.
Visual representation of "in short" - To make a long story, explanation or process simple and quick

Often appears as...

  • in short
  • it was
adverb

Used to introduce a statement or explanation that is concise or to the point.

In short, the project was a success.
Visual representation of "in short" - Used to introduce a statement or explanation that is concise or to the point

Often appears as...

  • in short
  • we
Definition 1 of 2
Visual representation of "in short"
LampPro Tip 1/3

Storytelling Summary

Use 'in short' when summarizing a complex or lengthy story to highlight key points.

Illustration for Storytelling Summary
I traveled across Asia, met incredible people, faced challenges – in short, it was an adventure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Emphasize Chaos

'In short' can introduce a conclusion that suggests disorder or a lack of control.

Illustration for Emphasize Chaos
The kids were yelling, running, and painting walls – in short, the house was a mess.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Punch

It adds drama or impact by condensing events into a powerful ending statement.

Illustration for Emotional Punch
There were misunderstandings and hurt feelings – in short, a falling out.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Storytelling Summary

Use 'in short' when summarizing a complex or lengthy story to highlight key points.

Illustration for Storytelling Summary
I traveled across Asia, met incredible people, faced challenges – in short, it was an adventure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Emphasize Chaos

'In short' can introduce a conclusion that suggests disorder or a lack of control.

Illustration for Emphasize Chaos
The kids were yelling, running, and painting walls – in short, the house was a mess.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Punch

It adds drama or impact by condensing events into a powerful ending statement.

Illustration for Emotional Punch
There were misunderstandings and hurt feelings – in short, a falling out.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Storytelling Summary

Use 'in short' when summarizing a complex or lengthy story to highlight key points.

Illustration for Storytelling Summary
I traveled across Asia, met incredible people, faced challenges – in short, it was an adventure.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Emphasize Chaos

'In short' can introduce a conclusion that suggests disorder or a lack of control.

Illustration for Emphasize Chaos
The kids were yelling, running, and painting walls – in short, the house was a mess.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Emotional Punch

It adds drama or impact by condensing events into a powerful ending statement.

Illustration for Emotional Punch
There were misunderstandings and hurt feelings – in short, a falling out.
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