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So that we can short the date for packing. vs So that we can shorten the date for packing.

Both phrases are similar, but the correct one is "so that we can shorten the date for packing." The verb "shorten" is the correct form to use in this context.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

So that we can short the date for packing.

This phrase is incorrect. The verb "short" should be replaced with "shorten" in this context.

The correct phrase should be "so that we can shorten the date for packing." Shorten is the appropriate verb to use when reducing the length or duration of something.

Alternatives:

  • so that we can shorten the date for packing.

So that we can shorten the date for packing.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the correct form to use when indicating the action of reducing the length or duration of the date for packing.

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