as in blunt
being or characterized by direct, brief, and potentially rude speech or manner
don't expect much information or friendly chitchat from the short-spoken villagers
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Adjective
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The post came just hours after the singer shared an image of what appeared to be his hand holding a burning blunt, as well as what appeared to be a back and forth with what appeared to be a now-former friend.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
16 June 2025 -
Prosecutors say Scott’s daughter was found lifeless and had suffered multiple blunt force injuries.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 June 2025
Adjective
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That memory is a very short but powerful memory to me.—
Nicole Fell,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2025
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
Adjective
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The outbreak of World War I in the summer of 1914, just a few months after her family’s arrival in Russia, had already brought Paley’s peaceful childhood to an abrupt end.—
Meilan Solly,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 June 2025
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The news Thursday about the abrupt scrubbing of the meet, scheduled for the last weekend in June at Drake Stadium, combines with USA Track and Field’s recent decision to take an event set at the same stadium for earlier in June — the L.A. Grand Prix — off the calendar.—
Eddie Pells,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Known for his outspoken floor speeches and frequent criticism of bipartisan bills, May had also built a reputation as a disruptive political consultant, backing challengers against sitting GOP incumbents.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Thompson, who turned 31 in April, was a longtime leader of the Panthers’ locker room, known for his energy, quickness and outspoken nature.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
10 June 2025
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While Hornets fans were not as gruff as New York Knicks or Boston Celtics supporters, Charlotte pro basketball fans were among the leaders who posted a specific swear word.—
Kendrick Marshall,
Charlotte Observer,
6 June 2025
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Paul is lovable but gruff, while Jimmy is lost and a bit broken after having lost his wife in a drunk driving accident.—
Hedy Phillips,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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“Short-spoken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/short-spoken. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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