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When to use (and not use) CSS shorthand properties

1 · Thoughtbot · May 14, 2026, 12:19 a.m.
CSS Web Development Best Practices
Summary
This blog post argues for the use of verbosity over shorthand in CSS properties, discussing scenarios where shorthand can lead to misunderstandings and issues in code clarity.
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