acerbic

Example Sentences

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Australia's acerbic media did not hold back in their criticism, citing selection "stuff-ups" and "shambolic" preparations, including a 3-0 pre-tournament series loss in Pakistan, for the embarrassment.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

The Soviet Union was a land of shortages, but there was no shortage of acerbic sayings.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Nuzzi built her career covering high-profile political figures with a mix of insider access and acerbic reporting, a combination that has made her both influential and controversial.

From Salon • Dec. 6, 2025

Given Herzog’s rather acerbic attitude toward the news media, it is surprising to find him approaching the coming hegemony of artificial intelligence with a measure of wait-and-see reserve.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 30, 2025

Finally, the intercom crackles and Haymitch’s acerbic laugh fills the studio.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins