11.   His service was itself cut short by illness.

12.   However, Bantle would not rule out the possibility that the mission could be cut short if the system is not repaired.

13.   Hyacinth thought it best to leave with him at once, soas to cut short the unpleasantness.

14.   I tried to explain but she cut me short.

15.   I tried to explain, but he cut me short.

16.   I was halfway through my explanation when Walter cut me short.

17.   Lightly trim the grass using a sharp mower if the surface is looking rough, but do not cut it short.

18.   Maria looks much prettier with her hair cut short.

19.   People created just like you and me, their dreams cut short by a terrible, untimely death.