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EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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A further characteristic to aid a correct diagnosis is a marked shortening of the bloom stalks.
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After 4 months, cardiac function was reassessed: fractional shortening and ejection fraction was 33% and 47%, respectively.
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Lastly, we might note the apparent similarity of this exercise to the traditional exercise of precis, the shortening of texts.
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When the shortening is melted, turn off the heat and immediately add the chocolate.