The phrase "shortest path" refers to finding the most efficient or quickest route from one point to another. It could be the shortest distance, time, or cost required to travel between two locations. Full definition
I've set it up like the original version - a slightly shorter path for the single player. (tes.com)
We will only get out of trading what we put into it, there are no easy short cuts only short paths to learning what you need to know. (newtraderu.com)
All of us were giving support to young, short path projects, but most were well focused and had made great strides in a short time. (elearningindustry.com)