The short sale of securities is a common strategy used by investors to profit from a declining stock market.

The prisoner was given short shrift before his execution.

I always come up short when it comes to saving money.

I was about to tell her the truth, but I stopped short of confessing my feelings.

I love wearing Bermuda shorts during the summer.

I always seem to get the short end of the stick in group projects.

There is a shortage of water in the desert.

The company is facing a staffing shortage due to high demand.

I love to bake shortbread cookies using shortening for a light and crispy texture.

I love to eat shortbread cookies with a cup of tea.